{"product_id":"p6892","title":"Bizen black sake bottle","description":"This is a Bizen black sake bottle by the Living National Treasure Jun Isezaki, an artist who continues to lead the Bizen pottery world with an inexhaustible well of creativity.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe piece is accompanied by a ceramics career summary updated through 2004, suggesting it was created around the time he was designated a Living National Treasure.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHigh-quality pine firewood has deposited yellow sesame-like ash (goma) onto the shoulder, creating a golden landscape that contrasts beautifully against the black surface of the vessel.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe luster of the black clay coating varies significantly between the top and bottom of the piece; the waist exhibits a deep, quiet, matte black that seems to absorb light, while the area near the golden ash features a rich, glossy black.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn terms of texture, it possesses the smooth, pleasant feel characteristic of fine black-fired works, which, combined with the slightly granular, rougher texture of the yellow ash, creates an exquisite surface that is a delight to touch.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe simple, turnip-shaped form is also quite appealing—a style less commonly produced today—and its well-balanced weight makes it comfortable and effortless to use.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAlthough it is an older work, there are almost no signs of dirt or previous use.\n\nOriginal signed box (four-sided lid)\u003cbr\u003e\nRim 3.8cm × Body diameter 10.3cm × Body diameter 10.3cm × Height 12.4cm; Capacity approx. 440cc\n\nJun Isezaki was born the second son of Yozan Isezaki, a master known for his intricate sculptural work. He learned pottery from a young age and embarked on his career after graduating from the Okayama University special art course in 1959.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHis work spans a wide range, from traditional vases, plates, and tea ceremony wares to ceramic walls and sculptural objects.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn his creative process, he places great importance on both forming and firing, utilizing the unique characteristics of his materials and various kilns (anagama, climbing kilns, and electric kilns) to develop a style imbued with a modern sensibility.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe is also widely recognized as a leading creator of ceramic reliefs and has unveiled numerous works in this field.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1966, he became a full member of the Japan Kōgei Association and served as a special art lecturer at Okayama University for nine years starting in 1978.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1998, he and his brother Mitsuru were both designated Holders of Important Intangible Cultural Properties of Okayama Prefecture, and in the same year, he began serving as the Secretary General of the Chugoku Branch of the Japan Kōgei Association.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn July 2004, he was designated a Holder of Important Intangible Cultural Property by the national government.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAwards: Recipient of numerous honors, including the Kaneshige Toyo Prize, the Okayama Prefecture Cultural Encouragement Award, the Sanyo Shimbun Award, and an Excellence Award at the Tea Ceremony Arts Exhibition; served as a judge for the prefectural exhibition.","brand":"伊勢崎 淳","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618727284833,"sku":"6892","price":88000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/6892.jpg?v=1790241420","url":"https:\/\/www.tourakuen.jp\/en\/products\/p6892","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}