1905-2002
male
kyo pottery
Born to a potter family in Gojozaka, Kyoto. Studied the basics of ceramics under his grandfather Murata Nagaosa from a young age. After studying Japanese painting in Yamamoto Shunkyo’s private painting school, worked for 2 years at Kyoto Ceramic Company.
Continued to support his family business at first and made vessels. When it became difficult to obtain fuel in 1940, switched to making doll sculptures that could be fired with low fire power.
Then made improvements for serious commercialization of these dolls. When it became possible to obtain sufficient fuel in 1955 after World War II, resumed production of pots, jars, and other ceramic works.
Continued production thereafter until passing at the age of 97. Held 7 private exhibitions in department stores, with a focus on Kyoto. Won numerous awards as a Kyoto Prefectural Excellent Traditional Industry Technician and Skilled Worker. Murata Toshimitsu is his son.
