Ibe Katakuchi

This is a newly kiln-fired Ibe katakuchi (spouted bowl) by Yoshinobu Morimoto, an artist with a superior aesthetic sense who continues to evolve in his handling of clay, firing, and craftsmanship. It features a very deep, blackish-purple surface that looks like concentrated purple, creating the intense contrast characteristic of Morimoto's Ibe ware when accented with vibrant mustard-colored sesame glaze. In addition to the excellent clay texture and firing quality, the form is meticulously crafted, featuring a body that is easy to hold and a beak-like spout that makes it a sight to behold. With a capacity of just over one go (approx. 180ml) and an affordable price, this sake server is highly recommended for those just beginning to enjoy sake. Signed wooden box (shiho-san) included
Diameter 9.8cm × Diameter 7.8cm × Height 8.9cm Yoshinobu Morimoto was born in Okayama Prefecture in 1976. He completed the Bizen Ceramics Center program in 1996. After working independently, he held his first solo exhibition in Tokyo in 2004. Since then, he has held annual solo exhibitions across Japan, with a focus on Tokyo. In 2005, 2006, and 2007, he was selected for the Tanabe Art Museum's "The Art of Tea" exhibition. He exhibited at the "Contemporary Sake Vessel Exhibition" at Nihombashi Mitsukoshi, Tokyo, in 2008, and at the "Contemporary Tea Bowl Exhibition" at Nihombashi Mitsukoshi, Tokyo, in 2009. He continues to hold solo exhibitions in various locations, including the "Yoshinobu Morimoto Special Exhibition" at Tenmaya, Okayama, in 2010.