Ken Matsuzaki Japanese, b. 1950
Ken Matsuzaki was born in 1950 in Tokyo, Japan. He studied at Tamagawa University School of Fine Arts, Tokyo and received a degree in Ceramic Art. In 1972 he moved to Mashiko to pursue an apprentice to Tatsuzo Shimaoka. At the end of a five-year apprenticeship, Ken established his own studio and kiln near Tatsuzo Shimoka in Mashiko. His kiln came to be known by the name Yuushin Gama.
Due to his lineage – apprenticing to Shimaoka, who had apprenticed to Shoji Hamada, he has a deep connection and understanding of the Mingei tradition. Ken Matsuzaki's aesthetics tend to be quite modern with a focus on the Oribe style with Yohen, Shino, and Oribe glazing.
Matsuzaki has exhibited widely in Japan, America and the UK and his work is held in major galleries worldwide.
OWN ART INTEREST-FREE LOAN
The simple and affordable way to buy art and craft.
Spread the cost of your purchase over 10 months, completely interest-free.*
*Terms and conditions apply – please get in touch with the gallery for more information.
Join Mailing List
Sign-up to the gallery's confidential mailing list to receive engaging news of new acquisitions, and forthcoming shows and events in the gallery.
* denotes required fields
We will process the personal data you have supplied to communicate with you in accordance with our Privacy Policy. You can unsubscribe or change your preferences at any time by clicking the link in our emails.