Kizeto sake cup

This Kiseto sake cup is by Takeshi Ikenishi, an artist who lives up to the name of his "Fugen-gama" kiln by letting his actions speak louder than words as he continuously challenges himself to recreate the masterpieces of old with his brilliant and bold works. The tea bowl-style form is well-crafted with a satisfying weight, which pairs perfectly with the soft yellow hue highlighted by patches of scorched char. The surface possesses a wet-like luster, and combined with its moist texture, it instantly draws you into the world of Kiseto. A small but deep copper green "tanban" splash is placed in the center of the cup, making for an incredibly refined experience when filled with sake, as if gazing at the moon reflected in green. Signed wooden box to follow (please allow some time for shipping).
Diameter 7.3cm x 7.0cm x Height 5.8cm Takeshi Ikenishi was born in Suita, Osaka, in 1961. After studying Japanese, Korean, and Chinese ceramics in various regions, he built a five-chamber climbing kiln and a single-chamber tunnel kiln at his current location in January 1994. He has been presenting his work in solo exhibitions since 1995.