Bizen Mug

This Ibe mug is by Takao Kibata, who made his long-awaited debut after nine years of diligent training as an apprentice to Jun Isezaki. The form, designed for easy stacking, adds an interesting accent to what would otherwise be a simple mug. The rim and handle are thinly crafted, achieving both ease of use and a sharp silhouette. Its matte surface, which gives off a dull, metallic luster, resembles iron that has been blackened by oxidation, making it a unique standout even among unglazed ceramics.

About the "Takao Kibata New Works Exhibition" No box
Diameter 11.5cm x 8.4cm x Height 7.3cm
(The last image shows how they look when stacked.) Takao Kibata was born in Imbe, Bizen City, in 1974. In 2002, he began his apprenticeship under Bizen ceramic artist Jun Isezaki. In 2012, he built his own kiln and became independent in Shimizu, Wake Town. That same year, he received the Tabe Museum Grand Prize and an encouragement award at the Tea Ceremony Art Exhibition.