From the Fire: Contemporary Japanese Ceramics

from the Robert and Lisa Kessler Collection

Exhibition Website

Sep 25 2016 - Nov 19 2017

This exhibition features 65 examples of contemporary Japanese ceramic arts, created by 35 Japanese artists, from the celebrated collection of Robert and Lisa Kessler. The works include pieces made by master ceramists who were designated as Living National Treasures in Japan, as well as by emerging artists. The diversity of these objects reflects the juxtaposition of the continuation of tradition with new creativity in contemporary Japanese ceramic arts.

An illustrated catalog will be available 

Credit: Exhibition overview from museum website.

  • Decorative Arts
  • Asian
  • Contemporary
  • Ceramics / Porcelain / Pottery
  • Japanese
  • Various artists

Exhibition Venues & Dates