Bizen Dish

This is a freshly kiln-fired Bizen-yaki hammered plate by Kazuki Nakamura, a creator who carries on the tradition of his grandfather Rokuro Nakamura and father Shin Nakamura—both masters of sake ware—while producing works of profound character. While continuing the lineage of these master sake-ware artisans, this hammered plate displays the distinct style that Kazuki has cultivated, infusing his work with a unique color palette that sets him apart from his father and grandfather. The earthen quality of the piece, with its sophisticated "shiso" (perilla-leaf) color, offers a fresh alternative to the more intense scarlet-fired pieces. The countless indentations created by the hammering technique lend a rustic atmosphere, which, combined with the interplay of "goma" (ash glaze) and shiso-colored scenery, makes this a versatile and practical plate for any use. The rich shiso color possesses the beauty inherent in Bizen-yaki, which is fully revealed when the surface is wet. *Note: The red-lined area in photo 6 shows a groove from the shaping process; this is not a kiln crack and does not affect the usage of the piece. No box
Diameter 21.5cm x 21.2cm x Height 4.0cm Kazuki Nakamura was born in 1980 as the eldest son of Shin Nakamura. After graduating from the Faculty of Letters at Okayama University in 2003, he studied under his grandfather and father to hone his pottery skills. He fired his first kiln and became an independent artist in 2006.