1928-1997
female
kyo pottery
Born as the 1st daughter of the 1st generation Inoue Shunpo, who moved from Seto to Kyoto during the Taisho era, started a kiln at the foot of Amidagamine Mountain, and used advanced techniques of blue and white porcelain and red paintings to mainly create tea things for green tea. Studied under the 1st generation and inherited the techniques. Became the 2nd generation when the 1st generation passed away in 1969. Submitted a work for the time capsule during the Osaka Expo in 1970.
Excelled at the production of tea things for green tea as the potter of Obaku based on a commission from Obakusan Mampukuji Temple. Created elegant works by applying kinrande, gold and silver glazes, relief work, and open work to the base of the 1st generation’s techniques.
