Shima Kahei 1st 初代 島荷平

1896-1972
male
raku pottery
ryoanji pottery

He first studied Raku ware under Kikko Shogetsu, the 5th generation potter in Hirakata (Hirakata City, Osaka Prefecture). He built a kiln in Fushimi Inari, Kyoto, becoming independent. In addition, he moved the kiln to Daigo and took the name Daigo-yo Kahei.
His main works consisted of tea wares, and he left behind gentle works such as Raku ware bowls, pitchers, and incense holders. He also engaged in the creation of Ryoanji ware at the recommendation of Ryoanji’s 58th Matsukura Shoei.

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