Bizen rectangular plate

This is a Bizen rectangular dish by Yoshinobu Morimoto, an artist with an exceptional aesthetic sense who is constantly evolving in his approach to clay, firing, and craftsmanship. It is a remarkably large piece that, while certainly enjoyable to display on its own, will also make a powerful impression when used to serve large dishes or at special gatherings. The refined, understated texture of the Bizen ware is particularly effective at highlighting the food served upon it; for instance, it can make the whites and reds of sashimi appear even more vibrant and beautiful. The profound firing technique unique to Morimoto-sensei, who pursues perfection to the extreme, matches the powerful form of the piece, elevating it into a masterpiece that can be enjoyed through use, sight, and touch. Signed wooden box (double-crosspiece lid)
L 53.6cm x W 24.6cm x H 4.9cm 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 primarily in Tokyo and across Japan. He was selected for the Tanabe Museum of Art's "Tea Ceremony Forms Exhibition" in 2005, 2006, and 2007. In 2008, he exhibited at the "Contemporary Artists' Sake Vessels Exhibition" at Nihombashi Mitsukoshi in Tokyo, and in 2009, he exhibited at the "Contemporary Artists' Tea Bowl Exhibition" at the same venue. He continues to hold solo exhibitions in various locations, including the "Yoshinobu Morimoto Special Exhibition" at Tenmaya, Okayama, in 2010.