Selected exhibitions
Past exhibitions
A record of works shown and places visited
Amager Art Society, Copenhagen, Denmark, 1969
Lærernes Art society, Vendelboerne, 1970
Röhsska Museum, Gothenburg, Sweden 1973
An exhibition by the ceramic artist Ryozo Miki was held at the Röhsska Museum of Design and Craft in Gothenburg, Sweden, in 1973. This was the first time Miki, a Japanese-born artist who had moved to Sweden, exhibited his work at the museum.
The exhibition showcased his unique style, which blends traditional Japanese ceramic techniques with more expressive, personal forms. Miki’s work, which includes vases, bowls, and other functional objects as well as reliefs and sculptures, is known for its humor, spontaneity, and a deep connection to the materials he uses. The 1973 exhibition was significant as it marked the beginning of his long-standing relationship with the museum and established him as a prominent figure in Swedish ceramic art.
The art industry museum, Copenhagen, Denmark, 1973
An exhibition by the ceramic artist Ryozo Miki was held at the Röhsska Museum of Design and Craft in Gothenburg, Sweden, in 1973. This was the first time Miki, a Japanese-born artist who had moved to Sweden, exhibited his work at the museum.
The exhibition showcased his unique style, which blends traditional Japanese ceramic techniques with more expressive, personal forms. Miki’s work, which includes vases, bowls, and other functional objects as well as reliefs and sculptures, is known for its humor, spontaneity, and a deep connection to the materials he uses. The 1973 exhibition was significant as it marked the beginning of his long-standing relationship with the museum and established him as a prominent figure in Swedish ceramic art.
Gallery “t”, Amsterdam, Netherlands, 1975
Tajdemuseum, Villmanstrand, Finland, 1978
Centrum house, Vingåker, Sweden, 1980
Gallery Fenix, Örebro, Sweden, 1982
Gallery Mitsukoshi, Osaka, Japan, 1985
Art Hall, Örebro, Sweden, 1992
Daimaru Gallery, Tokyo, Japan, 1996
Museum of International Ceramic Art, Middelfart, Denmark, 2005
Rackstad Museum, Arvika, Sweden, 2010
Röhsska Museum, Gothenburg, Sweden, 2012
Gustavsberg Porcelain Museum, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 2015
Rian Design Museum, Falkenberg, Sweden, 2019
The exhibition of Ryozo Miki at Rian designmuseum in 2019 was a retrospective showcase of the ceramic artist’s work. The exhibition highlighted his over half a century of work, characterized by a blend of technical skill, humor, and spontaneity. Miki’s work reflects the traditional training he received as an apprentice in Kyoto, Japan, in the early 1960s, while also demonstrating his continuous exploration of more expressive forms.
The exhibition featured a generous selection of his works, including vessels, reliefs, and sculptures. A key element of his style, often seen in the showcased pieces, is a combination of impressed, carved, and painted decorations, all aimed at achieving a direct and unfiltered expression.
In conjunction with the exhibition, Rian designmuseum published the first book about Ryozo Miki, with texts by authors Petter Eklund and Love Jönsson. His book was a major part of the exhibition, providing a deeper look into his individual artistry and its historical and cultural context.
Kaolin, Stockholm, Sweden, 2022