{"product_id":"p1108","title":"Bizen kiln-transformation spouted bowl","description":"This is a Bizen kiln-change (yohen) katakuchi bowl by Living National Treasure Yu Fujiwara, an artist who expanded his perspective beyond Japan to share the appeal of Bizen ware with the world. The scarlet kiln-change, which resembles a ripe persimmon made even more vivid, shows subtle and intricate variations in color that make it exceptionally beautiful. The clay texture surrounding it features a mix of light and dark shades, captivating the viewer's eye. The green sesame glaze (midori-goma) on the back, combined with the deep texture of the surrounding clay, creates a truly refined and understated aesthetic, with the contrast against the front perfectly calculated during the firing process. The form is commanding and powerful, characteristic of Fujiwara's work, and it is no exaggeration to say that this piece offers a glimpse into the essence of this Living National Treasure.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSigned wooden box (shiho-zan)\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 27.3 cm x Diameter 23.2 cm x Height 9.5 cm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nYu Fujiwara (1932–2001, born in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture) was the eldest son of Living National Treasure Kei Fujiwara. He adopted the motto \"simple, clear, and bold\" in his pottery, creating many jars and bowls, which earned him the nickname \"Yu of the Jars.\" Influenced by Rosanjin Kitaoji, he was also skilled at creating tableware. Starting in 1972, he held themed exhibitions such as the \"Hundred Jars,\" \"Sake Bottle,\" \"Hundred Flowers,\" and \"Hundred Bowls\" series. He also created numerous large-scale reliefs and objects. He received the Japan Ceramic Society Award in 1967, was designated a Prefectural Important Intangible Cultural Property holder in 1980, and in 1996, he became the first person in the pottery world to be designated a National Important Intangible Cultural Property holder (Living National Treasure) as part of a second-generation father-son pair. \u003cbr\u003e\nMajor awards include the Kaneshige Toyo Prize, Okayama Prefecture Cultural Encouragement Prize and Cultural Prize, Sanyo Shimbun Prize, Chugoku Culture Prize, Minister of Education Award for Fine Arts, Academia Art and Culture Grand Prize, and the Medal with Blue Ribbon.\n\nThis is a Bizen kiln-change (yohen) katakuchi bowl by Living National Treasure Yu Fujiwara, an artist who expanded his perspective beyond Japan to share the appeal of Bizen ware with the world. The scarlet kiln-change, which resembles a ripe persimmon made even more vivid, shows subtle and intricate variations in color that make it exceptionally beautiful. The clay texture surrounding it features a mix of light and dark shades, captivating the viewer's eye. The green sesame glaze (midori-goma) on the back, combined with the deep texture of the surrounding clay, creates a truly refined and understated aesthetic, with the contrast against the front perfectly calculated during the firing process. The form is commanding and powerful, characteristic of Fujiwara's work, and it is no exaggeration to say that this piece offers a glimpse into the essence of this Living National Treasure.\n\nSigned wooden box (shiho-zan)\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 27.3 cm x Diameter 23.2 cm x Height 9.5 cm\n\nYu Fujiwara (1932–2001, born in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture) was the eldest son of Living National Treasure Kei Fujiwara. He adopted the motto \"simple, clear, and bold\" in his pottery, creating many jars and bowls, which earned him the nickname \"Yu of the Jars.\" Influenced by Rosanjin Kitaoji, he was also skilled at creating tableware. Starting in 1972, he held themed exhibitions such as the \"Hundred Jars,\" \"Sake Bottle,\" \"Hundred Flowers,\" and \"Hundred Bowls\" series. He also created numerous large-scale reliefs and objects. He received the Japan Ceramic Society Award in 1967, was designated a Prefectural Important Intangible Cultural Property holder in 1980, and in 1996, he became the first person in the pottery world to be designated a National Important Intangible Cultural Property holder (Living National Treasure) as part of a second-generation father-son pair. \u003cbr\u003e\nMajor awards include the Kaneshige Toyo Prize, Okayama Prefecture Cultural Encouragement Prize and Cultural Prize, Sanyo Shimbun Prize, Chugoku Culture Prize, Minister of Education Award for Fine Arts, Academia Art and Culture Grand Prize, and the Medal with Blue Ribbon.","brand":"藤原 雄","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618320928865,"sku":"1108","price":260000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/1108.jpg?v=1790235084","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p1108","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}