Bizen Yohen Sake Bottle

This Bizen sake flask is by Makoto Nakamura, the eldest son of the legendary Bizen ware master Rokuro Nakamura, and is himself renowned for his sake vessels and tableware. The form is uniquely relaxed, resembling a sack placed on a desk, a style that draws even closer to that of his father, Rokuro, than his previous work. The firing itself is quintessentially Nakamura, featuring a luscious, melting scarlet hue complemented by a sophisticated "kase-goma" (dry sesame glaze) that enhances its appeal. While the surface is slightly textured in its current unused state, polishing it with sake through continued use will gradually smooth the texture, and the accompanying changes in color will provide the owner with lasting enjoyment for years to come. Original signed wooden box (shiho-zan)
Rim 3.9cm × Body 11.2cm × Body 11.3cm × Height 9.0cm; Capacity approx. 320cc Born as the eldest son of Rokuro Nakamura, Makoto Nakamura began learning the fundamentals and honing his techniques under his father in 1971. Additionally, to study the firing techniques of Living National Treasure Toyo Kaneshige, he assisted with the kiln firings of Michiaki Kaneshige for ten years, receiving his guidance. He went independent in 1975. He specializes in tea ceramics and tableware, while also creating flower vases, sake flasks, and sake cups. He actively holds solo exhibitions throughout Japan, including in Tokyo, Okayama, and Nagoya.