Bizen Sake Cup

This is a Bizen sake cup by Go Kaneshige, who established his kiln in Kukui and continues his research and pottery making. It is a striking piece with a powerful contrast between black and red, characteristic of Go-sensei, who burns with an extraordinary passion for kiln-altered firing. While it is well-fired, the interior reveals a soft, scarlet clay texture, promising that the piece will develop a beautiful patina with use. The earnest craftsmanship typical of Go-sensei serves to perfectly accentuate the quality of the clay and the firing. Original signed box to follow (please allow some time for shipping).
Diameter 6.5cm × Diameter 6.5cm × Height 5.0cm Go Kaneshige was born as the second son of Intangible Cultural Property holder Michiaki Kaneshige and is the grandson of the great Living National Treasure, Toyo Kaneshige. Go Kaneshige graduated from the Ashiya College of Art in 1988. After working at the Atelier Hikousen Ceramic Research Institute in 1992, he returned to Bizen. In September 1996, he exhibited at the Bizen Young Artists Exhibition. Since May 1999, he has been active as a participant in the Kaneshige Family Exhibitions.