Bizen ceramic tile

This is a ceramic plate by Koichiro Isezaki, who was born as the eldest son of Living National Treasure Jun Isezaki and who breathes new life into the world of Bizen ware through his exceptional sense of style and skillful molding techniques. While it features a clean, modern design, its thick construction gives it a substantial presence, much like a giant coin. It is a stylish piece that would look even more striking when used to serve sushi, sashimi, or salad; the oval cutout adds an intriguing touch, making it equally enjoyable as a decorative plate. Each piece comes in its own wooden storage box, making it an ideal gift. Signed wooden box (shiho-san)
Diameter 20.8cm x 20.7cm x Height 1.8cm Koichiro Isezaki was born as the eldest son of Living National Treasure Jun Isezaki. The Isezaki family is a prestigious name in Bizen ware; his grandfather was the holder of Intangible Cultural Property Yozan Isezaki, and his uncle was the holder of Intangible Cultural Property Mitsuru Isezaki, and he himself aspired to pottery from an early age. After graduating from the Department of Sculpture at Tokyo Zokei University in 1994, he studied abroad in the United States. He learned pottery for about two years under Jeff Shapiro, a potter based in New York City, which greatly broadened his perspective on art and ceramics. After returning to Japan in 2000, he trained under his father’s guidance alongside his father's apprentices. In 2002, he exhibited for the first time at the Tanabe Art Museum’s Tea Ceremony Exhibition, where his work was selected.