{"product_id":"p8154","title":"Bizen Elephant Water Pourer","description":"This is a new Bizen elephant sake pitcher by Koji Nakahara, who studied under Fumio Kawabata and aims to create pieces that fit into modern life.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nTaking it a step further than his previous works, which featured various animal carvings on their surfaces,\u003cbr\u003e\nthe vessel itself is shaped like a dynamic elephant face, making it an incredibly striking piece.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe craftsmanship is superb and truly characteristic of Mr. Nakahara, who is currently immersed in creating intricate pieces.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe detailed carving of the tusks, fur, and trunk makes it look as if it has leaped straight out of an ancient painting.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAlthough thick, the overall feel of the piece has been carefully adjusted,\u003cbr\u003e\nand despite its bold form, it is not overly heavy and is finished so that it can be properly used as a sake vessel.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe way sake pours from the elephant's trunk makes for a highly impactful experience,\u003cbr\u003e\nand the sight of sake pouring vigorously from its stern face is one you will never forget once you have seen it.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis piece was fired in the kiln of his master, Mr. Kawabata,\u003cbr\u003e\nand the ash glaze that formed around the neck area perfectly complements the carving.\u003cbr\u003e\n\nComes with a wooden box; it will be shipped at a later date (we apologize, but it will take some time before shipping.).\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 15.3cm x 7.5cm x Height 9.8cm, Capacity approx. 170cc\n\nKoji Nakahara was born in Osaka Prefecture in 1978.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe graduated from the Graduate School of Nara College of Art in 2000.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAfter that, he graduated from the Bizen Ceramic Center in Bizen City in 2001.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThat same year, he studied under Fumio Kawabata, and in 2007, he joined Kanashige Rito Toen.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 2010, he built his own kiln in Osaka City and became independent.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSince then, he has actively exhibited his work at the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition and various open exhibitions across the country.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe is currently a full member of the Japan Craftsmen's Association.","brand":"中原幸治","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49438053400673,"sku":"8154","price":55000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/8154.jpg?v=1792532736","url":"https:\/\/www.tourakuen.jp\/en\/products\/p8154","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}