{"product_id":"p5835","title":"Iroe Sake Cup","description":"This is an Iroe (enamel-painted) sake cup by Iwao Kaneshige, who is diligently honing his craft in the same kiln where his illustrious predecessors, the great Toyo Kaneshige and Michiaki Kaneshige, fired their works, having been born and raised in the prestigious Kaneshige family. This piece is an enamel-painted sake cup, a style Iwao-sensei has been energetically focusing on in recent years, and was created about a year ago. It uses Bizen clay for the body, and it is fascinating how he has incorporated a \"tsuchimise\" (uncovered clay) section in the interior to subtly reveal the shiso-colored hue of the Bizen clay. The red-painted goldfish and water plants are depicted with a truly stylish and evocative touch, and the charming scenery is so captivating that you might find yourself losing track of time while admiring it. This sake cup is a perfect embodiment of Iwao-sensei's desire to pursue his own unique style beyond just Bizen ware, focusing on making sake both delicious and enjoyable.\n\nSigned wooden box (double-crosspiece lid) \u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 7.3cm x Diameter 7.1cm x Height 5.2cm\n\nIwao Kaneshige is the eldest son of Michiaki Kaneshige. Born and raised in a family of Bizen ware artists, he chose the path of pottery because of his own love for the craft. He refined his ceramic skills under the guidance of the Kaneshige family, went independent in 1995, and held his first solo exhibition at a gallery in Okayama. He has exhibited in the Kaneshige Family Exhibition in 1999 and 2001.","brand":"金重 巖","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618690715745,"sku":"5835","price":20000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/5835.jpg?v=1790240596","url":"https:\/\/www.tourakuen.jp\/en\/products\/p5835","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}