{"product_id":"p7297","title":"Bizen ware tea bowl","description":"This is a slightly earlier Bizen tea bowl by Mamoru Taku, a self-confessed and widely acknowledged clay enthusiast who continues his endless journey of research.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis tea bowl belongs to the category known as Ibe-de, where a type of clay different from that of the body is applied to the surface.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe applied slip reacts sensitively to the ash (goma), forming the austere and weathered aesthetic characteristic of Ibe-de, with vibrant yellow ash glazes and a black clay body reminiscent of iron glaze, creating a deeply profound texture.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn other areas, the synergistic effect of the slip and the natural glaze produces a clay texture that retains hints of a shiso (perilla) purple within the brownish hue, successfully creating a weathered surface while improving its tactile quality for use.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nBy significantly reducing the amount of slip around the foot and the waist, the natural characteristics of the clay body are allowed to emerge, enabling one to enjoy the foot in a manner similar to \"tsuchimise\" (exposing the raw clay).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWith a form designed to fit the muscles of the palm and a weight that feels much lighter than its substantial appearance suggests, this tea bowl is highly recommended even for those new to Bizen ware.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAlthough it is an earlier work, it shows no stains or signs of use.\n\nSigned wooden box (shiho-san)\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 12.4cm x 12.4cm x Height 8.8cm\n\nMamoru Taku was born in Okayama Prefecture in 1952.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe studied the fundamentals of pottery at the Bizen Pottery Center, and from 1980, he polished his techniques while apprenticed to Takaaki Kimura.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1983, he built a climbing kiln in what was then Saeki-cho, Wake-gun, and established himself as an artist with his first kiln opening in November.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1998, he moved 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 creates a wide range of works, including sake vessels, vases, and tea utensils, with a focus on hi-dasuki (fire-cord) patterns.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe has been selected for numerous exhibitions, including the Japan Traditional 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":46618115047521,"sku":"7297","price":16500.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/7297.jpg?v=1790232498","url":"https:\/\/www.tourakuen.jp\/en\/products\/p7297","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}