{"product_id":"p7214","title":"Bizen ware flower vase","description":"This is a slightly older Bizen flower vase by Mamoru Taku, an acknowledged clay enthusiast who continues his endless journey of research.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is a flower vase of the so-called \"Ibe-te\" style, featuring a surface coated with a different type of clay than that of the body itself.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe applied clay reacts sensitively to the \"goma\" (ash glaze), forming a rich, dark brown texture, with kiln changes such as vibrant yellow goma and a bluish, mushroom-like surface appearing throughout.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe goma glaze clings to the upper part of the piece as if shrouded in mist, and the wrinkles of liquified clay that form between the fingertips and the work during creation emerge like sand art.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe craftsmanship, down to every single spatula mark, is nothing short of magnificent, reflecting the high level of Professor Taku's understanding of ancient Bizen pottery.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe base is not coated with the clay slip, and small stones are arranged in a swirling pattern, allowing one to clearly see the quality of the clay and the coiling technique used—a \"behind-the-scenes\" look that makes it seem as though Professor Taku is welcoming those who will follow in his footsteps as researchers.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAlthough it is an older piece, there are no stains or signs of use.\n\nOriginal signed wooden box (shiho-san style)\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 15.3cm x 14.5cm x Height 22.3cm\n\nMamoru Taku was born in Okayama Prefecture in 1952.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe studied the basics of pottery at the Bizen Pottery Center and honed his skills under Takaaki Kimura starting in 1980.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1983, he built his own climbing kiln in what was then Saeki-cho, Wake-gun, and established himself as an independent artist with his first firing in November.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1998, he relocated his studio to Takebe-cho and built a semi-underground anagama kiln.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe specializes in the study of clay and produces a wide range of works, including sake vessels, flower vases, and tea utensils, with a focus on hi-dasuki (fire-cord) techniques.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe has been selected for numerous exhibitions, including the Japan Traditional Art Crafts Exhibition, the China International Ceramics Exhibition, the Asahi Ceramics Exhibition, and the Issuikai Ceramics Exhibition.","brand":"多久 守","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618099089505,"sku":"7214","price":16500.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/7214.jpg?v=1790232367","url":"https:\/\/www.tourakuen.jp\/en\/products\/p7214","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}