Bizen Tokkuri

This Bizen tokkuri (sake bottle) is the work of Shin Nakamura, a renowned master of sake ware and tableware and the eldest son of the late Rokuro Nakamura, a legendary Bizen ceramic artist. Combining the flattened flask shape inherited from his father with a deep, tasteful scarlet hue, this piece is a quintessential example of the Nakamura family’s signature style. Its vibrant, earthy texture is perfect for sake, and rubbing the droplets that fall while pouring into the surface will develop a magnificent patina over time. Its elegant silhouette also makes it an excellent choice as a single-flower vase. Original wooden box to follow (please allow some time for shipping)
Mouth 3.9cm × Body 11.5cm × Body 11.4cm × Height 9.4cm, Capacity approx. 320cc Born as the eldest son of Rokuro Nakamura, Shin Nakamura began learning the fundamentals under his father in 1971, diligently honing his skills. To further study the firing techniques of Living National Treasure Toyo Kaneshige, he spent ten years assisting and receiving guidance from Michiaki Kaneshige during kiln firings. He became independent in 1975. He focuses primarily on tea ceramics and tableware, while also creating vases, sake bottles, and sake cups. He actively holds solo exhibitions across Japan, including in Tokyo, Okayama, and Nagoya.