Hello everyone, how are you doing?
Following yesterday's post, today I would like to introduce a wonderful sake cup by Rokuro Nakamura.
It is a piece with an evocative charm; the sensuality that only a sake cup can possess is simply irresistible.
Just looking at it makes me recall the rich, fragrant aroma of sake.
The front features a luscious scarlet hue and distinct, defined edges.
Here, you can enjoy a striking contrast of ash-covered kiln changes.
This is the left side as viewed from the front. The ash coating is somewhat lighter here, setting the stage for a transition to a more raw, earthy texture.
You can enjoy both the scarlet hue and the matte 'goma' (sesame-like ash glaze).
This is the back. There is a clean, fifty-fifty split between the ash-covered kiln changes and the matte sesame glaze.
This is the interior looking through from the front. The rim has that characteristic charm of Rokuro Nakamura's work.
You can almost imagine the master's fingers sliding smoothly over the wet clay.
This form seems perfect for fully enjoying the changing colors of the sake.
What did you think?
Today's sake cup is truly designed for use, featuring three distinct layers of scenic landscape,
making it a lively piece that will keep you captivated.
I hope you will find your own favorite details, whether it's the texture of the clay, the ash-covered kiln changes, the matte sesame glaze, or the scarlet hue.
Furthermore, the foot of the cup features a rich, superb ash coating,
so please come and enjoy it in person at the Kawaguchi Togakuen shop.