Orihi Oval Dish

This Oribe-Hidasuki oval plate is the work of Koji Nakahara, who studied under Fumio Kawabata and strives to create crafts that suit modern life. The piece aims to combine the stain resistance and ease of use provided by Oribe glazing with the unique character and evolving appearance of Bizen clay. While preserving the evolving beauty and comfort of Bizen clay, the outer rim is reinforced with Oribe glaze, enhancing its perfection as tableware. Using a wax-resist technique, the scarlet color of the Bizen clay and the green of the Oribe glaze are inverted, showcasing a sophisticated design characteristic of Nakahara-sensei. Although it is a plate-shaped dish, the rim has an upturned edge, making it suitable for dishes with some liquid. No box
Diameter 29.6cm x 21.2cm x Height 2.0cm Koji Nakahara was born in Osaka Prefecture in 1978. He graduated from the advanced course at Nara College of Arts in 2000 and from the Bizen Pottery Center in 2001. That same year, he began studying under Fumio Kawabata, and in 2007, he joined Kaneshige Ritoen. Since then, he has actively exhibited his work at the Japan Traditional Kogei Exhibition and various public exhibitions. He is currently an associate member of the Japan Kogei Association.