Bizen ware shochu cup

This Bizen shochu cup is by Masahiro Miyao, who was captivated by the art of earth and fire that is Bizen ware and studied pottery techniques in Imbe. The dynamic form combined with flowing spatula carvings creates a mysterious design that looks as if it could be folded up. The powerful texture of the coarse clay matches the robust, profound style, as if inviting you to use it extensively. It is a versatile piece that can also be used for cafe au lait, tea, and other beverages. Please note that the "kase-goma" (dry ash glaze) on the rim has been partially removed by the artist. Paper box
Diameter 10.4cm × Diameter 9.8cm × Height 9.4cm Masahiro Miyao was born in Tsuiki-cho, Fukuoka Prefecture. He came to Bizen in 1991 to begin his training. In 1995, he joined the Bishu kiln, where he honed his pottery skills under the guidance of Yuichi Yamamoto. He built his own climbing kiln and held his first firing in 2001. He has received numerous awards, including the Prefectural Exhibition Encouragement Award in 1999, the Prefectural Exhibition Award in 2000, and the Excellence Award at the Exhibition of Tea Ceremony Forms in 2003. In 2006, he won the Japan Kōgei Association Chairman’s Award at the Japan Traditional Art Crafts Exhibition. In 2007, he received the Okayama Mayor’s Award at the Japan Kōgei Association Chugoku Branch 50th Anniversary Exhibition and became a full member of the Japan Kōgei Association. In 2008, he won the Japan Kōgei Association Award at the Japan Traditional Art Crafts Chugoku Branch Exhibition.