Hikidashi Shuten

This is a hikidashi (pulled-out) sake cup by Takao Kibata, who made his long-awaited debut after nine years of dedicated apprenticeship under Jun Isezaki. The piece is covered in a natural glaze that has liquefied across the surface, which was then transformed into a transparent, glass-like finish through the hikidashi technique. This glass-like natural glaze is incredibly pleasant to the touch, providing a smooth texture that perfectly complements the simple form. The exceptionally thick foot is truly dynamic, and the inside of the foot has carbonized into a magnificent silver hue.

About the "Takao Kibata New Works Exhibition" Signed wooden box included
Diameter 7.3cm x 7.2cm x Height 5.4cm 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 Tanabe Museum of Art Grand Prize and the Tea Ceremony Sculpture Exhibition Encouragement Award.