Bizen Sake Cup

This is a new Bizen sake cup by Yoshiteru Koriki, a popular young artist and apprentice to the late master Sozan Kaneshige. It is his latest work, fired in the spring of 2016, and is an exquisitely fired piece that reflects a highly successful kiln firing. The exceptional quality of the clay and the firing are balanced at a high level, and combined with a relaxed foot and orthodox form, it stands as a piece of "Koriki Bizen"—deep and profound, yet perfect for everyday, casual use. This work features a rare kiln transformation (yohen) seen only once in a firing, and the sharp line of the transformation exudes a superb allure. (Please note in advance that there are some areas of flaking and kiln-adhesion marks.) The signed paulownia box will follow at a later date (please allow some time for shipping).
Diameter 6.7cm x Diameter 5.3cm x Height 5.7cm Yoshiteru Koriki was born in Ako City, Hyogo Prefecture. Influenced by his father, who loved ceramics, he aspired to pursue pottery. After graduating from high school in 1989, he studied ceramic techniques under the master Sozan Kaneshige and his son, Yuho Kaneshige. Following seven years of training, he built an ascending kiln in Shizutani, Bizen City, and became an independent artist in 1996, successfully firing his first kiln the following year. He held his first solo exhibition in Tokyo in 2000 and has held annual solo exhibitions ever since. In 1999, he was selected for the "Exhibition of Confectionery Vessels from the North that I want to use," and in 2002, he was selected for the "Exhibition of Tea Ceremony Forms" for the first time.