Bizen sake cup

This is a very early Bizen sake cup by Makoto Nakamura, the eldest son of the late master Rokuro Nakamura—a celebrated artisan of Bizen sake vessels—and a highly renowned potter of sake and tableware. Created during his youth, this piece bears the "Ro-ichi" potter’s mark. The clay texture contains slightly more coarse sand than his current work, and the scarlet hues and matte "kase-goma" ash glaze offer a fresh aesthetic distinct from his later pieces. The interior features the classic scarlet coloration characteristic of the Nakamura family, reflecting a deep, unwavering commitment to this signature hue. (Although this is a very early work, it shows almost no signs of use; please note that the wooden box is significantly damaged.) Original signed box (Nihōsan style)
Diameter 6.8cm × 6.7cm × Height 5.7cm Born as the eldest son of Rokuro Nakamura, Makoto Nakamura began learning the fundamentals of pottery from his father in 1971, diligently honing his skills. To master the firing techniques of the Living National Treasure Toyo Kaneshige, he spent ten years assisting with and receiving guidance during the kiln firings of Michiaki Kaneshige. He became independent in 1975. He primarily creates tea ceremony ceramics and tableware, as well as flower vases, sake bottles, and sake cups. He actively holds solo exhibitions in Tokyo, Okayama, Nagoya, and across the country.