Bizen Kuro Guinomi

He inherits the skills and spirit of Sozan Kaneshige.
The simple and undecorated design highlights the beauty of Bizen clay.
He believes that the work will be completed in the hands of the user.
This Guinomi was fired in around 2015.
This Guinomi represents a new direction for Yoshiteru Takariki,
featuring a black slip clay surface—a departure from his previous works.
Using high-quality base clay and firing it in a traditional climbing kiln,
he has transformed this piece into a distinctive and evolved expression of his style.
The cup was placed at the front of the kiln, where the flame is most intense.
As a result, the entire surface is generously coated with amber-colored natural ash glaze,
creating a subdued, elegant tone that resembles iron glaze—despite its title, “Black.”
Inside the vessel, the glaze has pooled under high heat,
forming an obsidian-like depth at the bottom.
Together with the delicate crazing around the interior, it offers a mysterious and captivating experience when filled with sake.
The classic, approachable form—typical of Takariki’s work—makes it easy to handle,
despite the fantastical glaze landscape.
It is a sake cup that harmonizes practical usability with striking visual intrigue.
This piece has only been used a few times since purchase,
and remains in excellent condition with no stains or signs of wear.