Ibe Yunomi

This Ibe teacup is the work of Takao Kibata, who made his long-awaited debut after nine years of training as a pupil of Jun Isezaki. The piece brilliantly draws out the potential of the clay, with the beautiful black finish characteristic of Ibe ware combining with the "goma" (ash glaze) to create subtle shadings within the black. The superb texture of the clay paired with the simple form gives this teacup a stylish, avant-garde aesthetic. While modern in style, it retains the signature Bizen ware characteristic of harmonizing with any space or setting, making it a delightful vessel for everyday use.

About the "Takao Kibata New Works Exhibition" No box included
Diameter 7.2cm x 6.9cm x Height 8.9cm Takao Kibata was born in Imbe, Bizen City in 1974. He began his apprenticeship under Bizen ceramic artist Jun Isezaki in 2002. In 2012, he built his own kiln and became independent in Shimizu, Wake Town. That same year, he received the Tanabe Museum of Art Grand Prize and an Encouragement Award at the Exhibition of Ceramic Arts for Tea.