{"product_id":"p7098","title":"Ibe Shuten","description":"This is a new Ibe sake cup by Yuho Kaneshige, an artist who, despite being part of the Kaneshige lineage, constantly questions himself and continues to create works as an individual potter.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is his latest work, just removed from the kiln in July 2023.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCreated using a newly designed \"Tsuchigama\" (earth kiln)—a climbing kiln made entirely of clay without the use of firebricks—this piece represents a fusion of the Kaneshige firing technique with this unique kiln.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nLooking at the overall clay quality and the scarlet \"hi-iro\" markings, one can see the characteristics of the Kaneshige school's traditional \"ta-do\" (rice field clay) combined with patches of \"hiekare\" (a cold, withered aesthetic) and intense firing reminiscent of ancient Bizen ware, suggesting that the scale of his work has taken a step forward.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe \"nuke\" (clear patch) on the front and the interior of the foot exhibit the profound, rich scarlet hue characteristic of the finest rice field clay, while the texture possesses a superb, rounded quality, blending the Kaneshige style with the feel of old Bizen in both color and tactile sensation.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe color and texture of the ash-covered \"hai-kaburi yohen\" (ash-dusted kiln change) are of the high quality one expects from Yuho-sensei, and the beautiful grey skin, combined with his meticulous finishing, creates a surface so exquisite you will want to polish it with sake forever.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIts texture is so soft and gentle to the touch that, if you were to close your eyes while holding it, few would guess it is an ash-covered kiln-changed piece.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWith a thin, tapering rim and a slightly thicker wall from the waist to the foot, the sculptural balance—a true reflection of the Sozan philosophy—is crafted to the standard of a tea bowl, providing an exceptional feel in the hand.\n\nSigned wooden box to follow (please note that it will take some time to ship).\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 6.7cm x 6.5cm x Height 5.1cm\n\nYuho Kaneshige was born as the third son of the Intangible Cultural Property holder, Sozan Kaneshige.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe began studying pottery techniques under his father, Sozan Kaneshige, in 1975.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe became independent in 1980 and held his first solo exhibition in Okayama.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe currently focuses on tea ceramics such as tea bowls, water jars, and flower vases, as well as tableware.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe is particularly passionate about tea bowls, emphasizing the interior form (\"mikomi\") and pursuing a balance between usability and the exterior aesthetic.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHis awards include the Sanyo Shimbun Prize at the Prefectural Exhibition, the Encouragement Prize at the Tea Ceremony Modeling Exhibition, and the Tanko Biennale Encouragement Prize.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe received the Japan Ceramic Society Award in 2002 and the Sanyo Shimbun Cultural Merit Award in 2018.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 2019, he was designated as a holder of an Important Intangible Cultural Property by Okayama Prefecture.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe is also dedicated to his solo exhibitions, which are held at various locations both within and outside the prefecture.","brand":"金重有邦","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618080870497,"sku":"7098","price":49500.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/7098.jpg?v=1790232219","url":"https:\/\/www.tourakuen.jp\/en\/products\/p7098","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}