Bizen Sake Cup

A Bizen sake cup by Mashiro Aiga, an artist known for creating works that are consistently straightforward and bold. Among Aiga’s works, this piece is characterized by its sharp, well-defined form with relatively little distortion. Its simple composition further highlights the originality of the firing, with the intense, pumice-like texture of the sangiri light-gray finish leaving a vivid impression. The dark reddish-brown patch in the center of the interior glows with a faint, dull luster when filled with sake, creating a beautiful effect. The signed paulownia box will be provided at a later date (as it is currently being crafted, please allow some time for shipment).
Diameter 8.9cm × Diameter 8.7cm × Height 4.3cm Mashiro Aiga graduated from the Okayama Prefectural Bizen Pottery Center in 1997. In 2003, he built a fully underground anagama kiln in Sabakaze. He subsequently built a second semi-underground anagama kiln in 2004, and continues to devote himself to his craft.