Ryu-mon Cup

This is a new marbled tea cup by Takashi Baba, an artist born in Imbe who has loved Bizen ware since childhood and finds joy in crafting pieces and firing kilns. The inverted triangular form with its flared rim combined with the marbled pattern devised by Mr. Baba creates a unique atmosphere reminiscent of ancient earthenware. The intricate pattern, which is hard to believe was carved freehand, is deeply etched all the way down to the base, speaking to the high level of Mr. Baba's design prowess. The exterior is covered in ash deposits and sesame glaze, while the interior contrasts this by exposing the raw clay, creating a distinct and sharp aesthetic that perfectly suits the innovative design.

"Takashi Baba Feature" No box
Diameter 8.5cm x 8.4cm x Height 9.2cm Takashi Baba was born in 1983 as the eldest son of Bizen ware artist Shosuke Baba. Thinking from a young age that he would become a ceramic artist, he chose sculpture in university to broaden his scope of pottery. He graduated from the Tokyo University of the Arts sculpture department in 2006 and furthered his training at the Kyoto Municipal Institute of Industrial Technology and Culture. He became independent in 2007 and held his first solo exhibition. Currently, he is active primarily through solo exhibitions at department stores.