1900-1970
male
kyo pottery
Born as the 1st son of the 2nd generation Ito Tozan and started making ceramics under the guidance of his father and grandfather. After graduating from Kyoto Specialist School of Painting, served as an assistant at Hamada Shoji’s kiln in Mashiko and improved his ceramic technique further. After returning to Kyoto, won special selection at the Teiten Exhibition in 1933. Also sold the Yaemugura Flower Vase to Her Imperial Majesty. Received high praise and became the 3rd generation in 1938.
Created both porcelain and earthenware, and works focused on tea bowls. Excelled at coloring techniques, such as copies of traditional works by Ninsei.
