Drinking dark beer

This beer mug is the work of Masao Akiya, a potter who studied under Living National Treasure Jun Isezaki and creates works full of unique originality infused with a fresh spirit. The piece features a distinct, creative form characteristic of Masao Akiya, beautifully complemented by a novel black slip. The yellow of the sesame-like ash glaze (kigoma) creates a striking contrast with the black, adding wonderful definition to the aesthetic. The marks left by the seashells placed during firing, known as "kaia-to" (shell marks), create an intriguing visual effect that is another highlight of this piece. We offer free gift wrapping and message cards, so please do not hesitate to ask. Signed wooden box (double-crosspiece lid)
Diameter 8.5cm × 7.8cm × Height 12.1cm

About gift packaging Masao Akiya was born in Saitama in 1968. He studied under Living National Treasure Jun Isezaki starting in 1998, and after ten years of training, he built his own kiln in Bizen and became independent in 2008. He held his first kiln opening in 2009. His work has been selected for the Tanabe Museum of Art's "Chanoyu Molding Exhibition" and the Japan Kogei Association Chugoku Branch Exhibition, and he has received awards including the Okayama Prefectural Art Exhibition Award and the Encouragement Award.