{"product_id":"p6123","title":"Bizen Hidaski Beer Cup","description":"This is a newly fired Bizen *hidasuki* beer tumbler by Kosuke Kaneshige, the leader of the Kaneshige family and son of the great Toyo Kaneshige, the restorer of Bizen ware.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIt features the signature *dojime* (waisted) design that instantly identifies it as a work by Kaneshige, which not only sharpens the overall form but also makes it comfortable to hold.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is taller than tea cups of a similar style, and its sleek form makes it the perfect size for a beer tumbler.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe piece has been meticulously fired in a custom-built electric kiln capable of both electric and wood firing. The deep coloring and the moist, smooth texture of the clay are the defining characteristics of this kiln.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nBeyond the magnificent colors, the texture is incredibly pleasant to the touch. The unique quality of the *hidasuki*—an exposed clay surface free of natural ash glaze—allows the quality of the clay itself to be felt directly in your palm.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nA lustrous scarlet hue pierces through a white clay body so exquisite that it is tempting to describe it as \"translucent,\" creating an irresistible charm.\n\nOriginal signed wooden box (with double-bar lid) included.\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 7.7cm x 7.7cm x Height 12.1cm\n\nKosuke Kaneshige was born in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture, in 1943, the third son of Toyo Kaneshige.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe graduated from the Sculpture Department of Tokyo University of the Arts in 1968.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe completed his graduate studies in sculpture at the same university in 1970.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAfter beginning to exhibit his ceramic works in 1975 and serving as a lecturer at Tokai University, he returned to Okayama in 1977.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1982, he built a climbing kiln in Katō, Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1991, he created the ceramic wall piece \"Light and Wind\" for the Yasuda Fire and Marine Insurance building in Okayama.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1994, he received the Japan Ceramic Society Award.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1997, he exhibited at the Bizen Ware Paris Exhibition and has since held numerous solo exhibitions across Japan.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 2012, he was designated as a Holder of Okayama Prefectural Important Intangible Cultural Property.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe creates a wide range of works, including sculptures, tea utensils, flower vases, tableware, and sake vessels.","brand":"金重晃介","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618033651809,"sku":"6123","price":35000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/6123.jpg?v=1790231298","url":"https:\/\/www.tourakuen.jp\/en\/products\/p6123","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}