{"product_id":"p1940","title":"Haniwa incense burner","description":"This is a Haniwa incense burner by the master craftsman Furo Ishii, who specialized in tea ceramics and intricate decorative pieces, supporting Bizen ware through its difficult times and leading it to its current prosperity. He challenged himself not only with elaborate craftwork but also with charming pieces such as this one, and one cannot help but feel awe at the high level of technical skill and the breadth of talent of such a master. Because this work is backed by undeniable craftsmanship, its sophisticated style continues to soothe the hearts of those who view it, even after several decades. The bright brown hue also suits the style perfectly. (*Please note that there are areas of repair, such as on the saddle and the base of the front right leg.)\n\nKotobukimine appraisal box (with two-way crosspiece)\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 25.8cm × Diameter 7.2cm × Height 24.3cm\n\nFuro Ishii was a Prefectural Holder of Important Intangible Cultural Property and was known as a master of tea ceramics and intricate craftwork. His \"Heart Sutra Hobin (teapot),\" for which he carved the Heart Sutra into a thousand teapots, was a labor of love that took over a decade to complete. In his later years, he took on the challenge of red Raku tea bowls, ultimately perfecting the red-firing technique.","brand":"石井不老","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618414940257,"sku":"1940","price":150000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/1940.jpg?v=1790235888","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p1940","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}