Bizen Round Tray

This round tray is the work of Shusaku Taku, an artist who shapes his pieces using the varied inspirations of daily life, drawing upon the Bizen ware tradition that has matured alongside the continuous activities of people throughout history. True to Taku-sensei’s strong interest in food culture, this tray is sized to suit anything from sashimi and fruit to vegetables and simmered dishes. The balance of the *goma* (sesame ash glaze) and *hidasuki* (fire-cord markings) is exquisite, with the center featuring a crisp, vibrant *hidasuki* and the rim a rich, dense *goma*. It promises to take on beautiful colors with use. It would also look wonderful displayed with flowers or other items.

Interview with Shusaku Taku No box included
Diameter 22.6cm x 22.6cm x Height 3.1cm Shusaku Taku was born in 1980 as the eldest son of Mamoru Taku. He graduated from the Arita College of Ceramics in Saga Prefecture in 2001 and began his apprenticeship under his father. In 2002, he received the Okayama Prefectural Board of Education Superintendent's Award at the Japan Kōgei Association Chugoku Branch Exhibition. In 2004, he received the Excellence Award at the Tanabe Museum of Art Tea Ceremony Ceramics Exhibition. He has also had works selected for the Okayama Prefectural Art Exhibition and the Japan Kōgei Association Chugoku Branch Exhibition.