Bizen teacup

This is a new Bizen tea cup by Yoshinobu Morimoto, an artist with a superb aesthetic sense who continues to evolve in his use of clay, firing techniques, and craftsmanship. True to Morimoto's meticulous dedication to both form and firing, this exceptional tea cup features a stunning style and glaze that are truly captivating. Reflecting the work of an artist who always operates at the peak of his craft, this premium piece is thoroughly fired down to the depths of the interior and the edge of the foot, while still retaining a profound and rich earthy quality. This special piece makes a delightful and significant gift for someone important, and is also a first-class item worthy of being a gift to yourself to enjoy during your own special moments. Signed wooden box (shiho-san style)
Diameter 9.3cm x 8.8cm x Height 9.4cm

About Gift Wrapping Yoshinobu Morimoto was born in Okayama Prefecture in 1976. He completed the Bizen Ceramics Center program in 1996. After working independently, he held his first solo exhibition in Tokyo in 2004. Since then, he has held annual solo exhibitions throughout Japan, primarily in Tokyo. He was selected for the Tanabe Museum of Art "Tea Ceremony Forms Exhibition" in 2005, 2006, and 2007. In 2008, he exhibited at the "Contemporary Sake Vessel Exhibition" at Nihombashi Mitsukoshi, Tokyo. In 2009, he exhibited at the "Contemporary Tea Bowl Exhibition" at Nihombashi Mitsukoshi, Tokyo. He continues to hold solo exhibitions across the country, including the "Yoshinobu Morimoto Feature" at Tenmaya in Okayama in 2010.