Mug

This is a new mug by Takashi Baba, an artist born in Imbe who has loved Bizen ware since childhood and finds his life's joy in crafting works and firing kilns. Despite its thin-walled construction, it is fired hard and solid, producing a clear, resonant sound when tapped that speaks to its high-temperature firing. Mr. Baba paid special attention to the handle, designing it to provide a firm, secure grip that is exceptionally comfortable to hold. The design on the surface of the mug is also remarkably elaborate; the slip-decorated surface resembles a sand dune, making it feel as if you are gazing at swirling dust while you hold it. It is a magnificent mug that is truly one-of-a-kind in both design and functionality.

"Takashi Baba Special Feature" No box included
Diameter 11.1cm x 9.5cm x Height 9.4cm 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 potter, he chose to study sculpture in university to broaden his perspective on ceramic art. After graduating from the Tokyo University of the Arts with a degree in sculpture in 2006, he entered the Kyoto Municipal Institute of Industrial Technology and Culture to refine his skills. He became independent in 2007 and held his first solo exhibition. Currently, he is active primarily through solo exhibitions at department stores.