US $14.13
Learn All About Raku Pottery
For those who are looking for something a little bit different to give to friends and loved ones as gifts or something incredible to add to their own pottery collections Raku pottery has a great deal to offer. Each piece is completely hand crafted in the Raku style and prepared to very exacting specifications in order to hold the title of Raku pottery. Not only is the method of design exacting but also the firing method and the glazing method must meet very specific requirements for the proper finish. The final product however, is nothing short of spectacular in beauty when this process is properly carried out.
Raku pottery is not for the faint hearted or those who prefer a quick and easy method of crafting pottery. There is very little that could be considered quick or easy about this process and if you are planning to purchase Raku pottery be well advised that you are paying for the process as much as you are paying for the finished product. Of course, the return on that investment is a unique and beautiful addition to your personal pottery collection of the collection of a friend or loved one.
The extreme temperatures that are used in the creation of Raku pottery leave a beautiful finish or glaze on the pottery itself but render it impractical and virtually useless for many of the common uses of traditional pottery. It should also be pointed out that many pieces of Raku pottery, because of the materials used in the paint and glaze are not food safe products and will not hold up well in either microwaves or dishwashers. While many pottery pieces around the world are quite practical to own, Raku pottery is purely decorative and should not be expected for the common uses of other pottery pieces.
If giving this as a gift to one who collects pottery you may want to make a point of mentioning that the piece is Raku and providing any care instructions that may have come along with the pieces you purchased. Most artists do include specific care instructions and cautions for Raku pottery pieces if for nothing else to preserve the beauty and protect the labor of love that went into creating these pieces.
The Raku style of making pottery originated in Japan and has since lit the world afire, almost literally, with its widely held popularity. Though few craftsman have managed to dive into the Raku style whole heartedly, this style still remains in high demand around the world, particularly in the United States where we are seeing a few more artists coming out each year with a few Raku pottery pieces in their collections. Many of these pieces are purchased rather quickly though, despite high prices, continuing the great demand for these pieces.
If you are extremely interested in owning a piece of Raku pottery it is quite possible to add smaller pieces to your collection at a much smaller price than the larger pieces, though these are still much higher than pottery that has been fired using traditional firing methods. The good news is that even at higher prices, it is possible to own some of these stunning pieces of pottery that are works of art in and of themselves even on a more modest working budget. Those who avidly collect Raku pottery exclusively will be the first to tell you that this is a significant investment though very few feel they aren't getting their money's worth in enjoyment of product. As long as you work to take proper care of these stunning pieces they will provide years of enjoyment for new and old collectors alike.
Raku pottery, like all art, isn't for everyone. But those who love it are typically passionate about their love of this particular style of creating pottery. If you haven't had the pleasure, make a point of checking out any local artists that may have Raku works in their collections.
JAPAN funny Pottery ~PomPoko of SHIGARAKI~
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E4 Ries Japan Art Pottery Birds Figurines $22.50 |
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Asian Oriental Studio Pottery Vase Signed Japan Chinese Korean ? Alligator glaze $49.00 |
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VINTAGE ART POTTERY BOWL Japan CANDY DISH Green & Brown Glaze MID CENTURY MODERN $15.99 |
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Art Pottery Double Frog Planter - Japan - Water Lily - NM/M - A Nice Cute Gift $9.99 |
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Vintage Japan Nippon Pottery Tall Enamel Vase w/ Gold Trim $150.00 |
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Hand made pottery vase. High quality. Makers mark looks to be Japan or China $5.00 |
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Vintage YELLOW Pottery Pitcher CARAFE ~ Japan $19.00 |
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Vintage Pottery Planter Japan Geisha Girl Basket $14.99 |
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Nice gold & green ceramic pottery oval planter bowl-Norleans Japan. $11.69 |
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VTG - NORLEANS POTTERY TEA SET W/ ORGINAL BOX, JAPAN $32.50 |
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Vintage Pair of Rooster Chicken Pottery Ornaments - Japan $24.99 |
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12" BLACK & GOLD PAINTED BEADED POTTERY JAPANESE VASE MADE IN JAPAN NR $24.99 |
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VTG HANDPAINTED LENWILE ARDALT ART POTTERY BLACK/GOLD LION PORCELAIN/CHINA JAPAN $6.49 |
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Vintage Takahashi San Francisco Pottery Basket Japan $6.99 |
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Collectible Brown Gold Trim Hand Painted Stoneware Pottery Tea Pot Japan $14.95 |
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Vintage rope basket style JAPAN pottery ceramic pitcher BLUE _ NO CHIPS 1970's $2.99 |
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Art Pottery Ceramic Vase Jar Japan Dar Co. Troy NY $9.00 |
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Pottery (5) Vases: Mexico, Wedding, Uctci Japan $16.00 |
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VTG OTAGIRI JAPAN~MID CENTURY MODERN~STUDIO ART POTTERY VASE~ABSTRACT FLOWERS $24.99 |
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Vintage Modernist ART POTTERY Swirl Vase Signed Japan ? $275.00 |
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Vintage pottery car flower pot, made in Japan $0.99 |
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Asian Pottery Japanese Sake Bottle Pot marked JAPAN $15.99 |
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Inarco Golf Cart CN - 133 Planter Pottery Made in Japan $19.99 |
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Occupied Japan art pottery rabbit pulling cart small planter holder figurine $8.99 |
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Set of two pottery vase from Japan $18.99 |
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VINTAGE ART DECO STONE LOOK POTTERY VASE JAPAN 1920s POPPIES & BUTTERFLIES $99.00 |
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VINTAGE ART DECO STONE LOOK POTTERY VASE JAPAN 1920s BIRDS & BERRIES MARKED P $99.00 |
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Vintage Japanese Studio Art Pottery Vase IKEBANA JAPAN $249.00 |
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HAND PAINTED JAPAN CARVED POTTERY VASE stamped MARUHON WARE Very Unique nice! $54.99 |
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Contemporary Art Pottery Japan Shin Murata Ceramic 2 Bowl Bud Vase High Glaze $195.00 |
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Vintage PITCHERS with TRAY ~handpainted floral~ Takito TT JAPAN pottery $3.99 |
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1960's JAPAN - 8"h YELLOW BIRD POTTERY RETRO FLOWER VASE/PLANTER $9.50 |
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Brown Glazed/Raw Pottery 6 1/2" Pitcher Japan $39.95 |
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Stunning Vintage Art Deco Japanese Japan Pottery Vase $49.00 |
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Darling CAT Mom w/KITTENS Vintage ESD JAPAN Pottery ASHTRAY, COIN or PIN DISH $14.95 |
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Darling PUPPY DOG w/Pink DAISY Vintage JAPAN Pottery PLANTER $5.97 |
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Darling DUCK w/CART Vintage RELPO JAPAN Pottery PLANTER $4.97 |
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Vintage Japan Pottery Majolica Grapes Octagon Sugar/Lid $19.99 |
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VINTAGE ART POTTERY CORNUCOPIA VASE Floral Design HP ROSES Made in Japan PINK $17.99 |
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VERY OLD ANTIQUE MADE IN JAPAN ART POTTERY HAND PAINTED CRAZING FLORAL ANTIQUE $19.95 |
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vintage japan red ware pottery- handpainted $18.50 |
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Japan MG Pottery BLack Floral Flower Vase $69.99 |
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Vintage retro Mushroom ceramic pottery set of 4 mugs / cups made in Japan $14.00 |
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Pair (2) Vintage OMC Japan Art Pottery Vase Floral $29.99 |
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3 Mid Century OMC Otagiri Ceramic Art Pottery Brown Vases Japan Lot $139.99 |
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1920's Hand Painted Moriyama Pottery,Divided Dish, Flowers ... Mori-Machi, Japan $35.00 |
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Vintage Art Pottery - Bird Creamer Pitcher - Made in Japan - Marked - RARE $24.99 |
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Vintage Japan Pottery Planter- Baby $17.50 |
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SMALL POTTERY VASE 5" TALL IN VERY GOOD CONDITION FISH DESIGN MADE IN JAPAN $9.99 |
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Vintage Walls Japan "Leaf" Pottery Vase w/Foil Sticker $17.50 |
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Toyo Vase Art Pottery floral "Spring Breeze" Japan $6.99 |
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*Vtg National Potteries Napcoware Artisan Group Japan Made C7716 Cup Vase Holder $5.99 |
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Pickle Jar Old Pottery Made In Japan $9.99 |
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SATSUKI Japan Pottery Teacup, Reamer, and Ginger Jar or Tea Storage Container $2.99 |
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ART POTTERY VASE COLBALT BLUE W/FLORAL DECORATIONS MARKED MADE-N-JAPAN VERY NICE $9.99 |
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Pretty Vintage Pottery Watering Can!! JAPAN!! UNUSUAL $6.99 |
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Decorative Art Pottery - Pottery Butter Dish - Japan - Flowered Butter Dish $7.00 |
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character toby mug Made in Japan pottery creamer man $12.99 |
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Vintage Art Pottery Road Runner Vase or Planter - Japan $20.00 |
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Bellegay Ironstone bowl Japan Art Pottery serving dish flower center, $10.50 |
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Bellegay Ironstone tea, coffee pot, Japan Art Pottery, $15.95 |
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1 Pair VTG DOVE LOVE BIRDS- Japan Exln- Art Pottery Bird Figurine Nice $8.88 |
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IKEBANA SHOKA RIKKA LOW BOWL VASE ARTISAN ART POTTERY JAPAN FLORAL SIGNED MCM $35.00 |
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VINTAGE 1950's/60's COLORFUL AMAZON PARROT BIRD ART POTTERY VASE Made in Japan $9.99 |
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Vintage Japan Black Glazed Ceramic Pottery Vase Floral $19.99 |
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OLD VINTAGE - JAPAN POTTERY FLOWER POT PLANTER w/ DUCKS - 6 1/2 X 2 1/2 - EC $4.99 |
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Very Old Vintage Antique Pottery Container Box w Lid Rose Made in Japan $9.99 |
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Vintage Nikko Pottery Japan HP Butterfly Bulbous Genuine Stoneware Vase #8773 $15.99 |
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Norleans RARE Design Floral Pitcher Unique Handle and Shape Pottery Japan $25.00 |
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MORYAMA MORI-MUCHI POTTERY VASE~MADE IN JAPAN ~ 1926-29 $49.95 |
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Made in Japan - Set of 6 Drinking Glasses Pottery - Floral $24.99 |
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7 PIECE HAND PAINTED POTTERY STONEWARE LIDDED CASSEROLES OMG JAPAN $24.95 |
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Beautiful Otagiri Small Ginger Jar Hand Painted Flower Pottery Japan Very Nice! $12.00 |
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Antique Sweet cat kitty cats figurine art pottery Japan red ink $19.99 |
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Ceramic Art Pottery Pink Seashell Vase Stoneware Made in Japan $15.00 |
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Vintage Royal Crown Lanchester made in Japan Art Pottery 1908 Automobile $14.99 |
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Vtg 2 Yellow Green Pottery Elephants Figurine Japan $59.99 |
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Vintage pottery ashtray turquoise/brown Made In Japan foil label intact 1960's $0.99 |
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Little SQUIRREL w/FLOWERS & TREE Vintage SHAFFORD JAPAN Pottery WALL POCKET $11.95 |
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Vintage Primitive Pottery Flower Frog Japan ESTATE $24.99 |
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Joyce Chen 2 Quart Ceramic Tea Kettle with Bamboo Handle, Ebony $30.89 This Chinese-style ceramic teakettle has been fired to 2,700 degrees F, making it tough enough to be put directly on your gas or electric burner. The kettle retains heat extremely well: The water continues to boil for 30 seconds after the kettle's been removed from the burner. In addition, the high-fired ceramic is nonreactive, which means the boiled water won't pick up unwanted flavors from the k... |
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Japanese Sometsuke Bowl Set includes 4 Bowls $27.95 Set of four bowls with four different Japanese design patterns. Packaged in a black gift box. Made in Japan.... |
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Mikasa French Countryside 45-Piece Dinnerware Set, Service for 8 $199.90 French Countryside from Mikasa graces any table with casual simplicity and a touch of class. Solidly glazed, the durable stoneware is a warm, creamy shade of white, suitable for year-round dining with linens in any color. A pattern of three raised ridges and scalloped rims graces each piece with subtle texture, except for the teacup rim, which is smooth. The plates show a substantially raised bord... |
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Mashiko Village Pottery, Japan 1937 [VHS] $30.00 Several years before his death the renowned British potter Bernard Leach gave several rare films on Japan to Canadian film maker Marty Gross. Produced by a pre-war cultural organization in Japan, the film is a work of rare clarity and beauty which follows an entire pottery making cycle as performed in that village for centuries. Mashiko ceramic manufacture is said to date back to 1853, when a p... |
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Floor Lamp with Japanese Style in Off White Finish $49.19 Dimension: 48"H Finish: Off White, Black Material: Metal, Fabric Floor Lamp with Japanese Style in Off White Finish Features cylindrical pillar style with black metal off white inlays. Asian-inspired lamp makes the perfect addition to any home decor. Bulbs are not included. Add this stylish, unique and great item to your room. Assembly required.... |
