Flower-shaped bowl

This is a petal-shaped bowl by Kazuhiro Mori, who follows in the footsteps of his father, a man who has dedicated his life to large-kiln firing. Inspired by his father's work, Mori himself aspires to recreate the powerful beauty of ancient Bizen ware through the same large-kiln firing technique. This piece reverses the traditional rules of *hidasuki* (fire-cord) scenery: instead of the *hidasuki* taking center stage, the translucent whiteness of the Samukaze clay plays the lead role, complemented by the *hidasuki* and fine-grained *goma* (ash glaze). This reversal, possible only due to the unique properties of Samukaze clay, is supported by Mori's primitive style, which intentionally leaves no trace of the "human hand." While created as a bowl, its size is also perfect for use as a free cup. No box
Diameter 11.1cm x 10.1cm x Height 8.5cm

About the "Kazuhiro Mori Special Feature" Kazuhiro Mori was born as the eldest son of Togaku Mori. He graduated from the Kyoto College of Art in 1987 and the Tokyo Glass Art Institute in 1991. In 1992, he began studying ceramic techniques under his father, Togaku Mori. He specializes in coil-building and wheel-forming, creating works such as *tsurukubi* (crane-neck) flower vases. He established his own kiln and career in 1995. In 1998, he was selected for the Tea Ceremony Molding Exhibition, and in 1999 and 2000, he held debut exhibitions at department stores in Okayama and Hiroshima. In 2002, he exhibited his work at the first Gakuen-kai Exhibition, featuring the artists of the Togaku Mori school.