Kohiki Sake Cup

This is a new Kohiki sake cup by Toru Ichikawa, who made a striking debut after studying under Ryuichi Kakurezaki. While one is immediately drawn to the original, avant-garde design, holding it in your hands reveals the immense passion he pours into expressing the beauty of the clay itself. Creating these beautiful curves and edges requires a deep understanding of the material, along with an extraordinary amount of time and meticulous effort; this piece was born from an unrelenting dedication to forging the clay, much like a master swordsmith. Named "Kohiki" (brushed slip), this piece expresses a unique world of white through the layering of three different whites: a base slip, a deeper white slip, and a thick, final white glaze. The vibrant splashes of indigo and black glaze across the surface provide a truly excellent accent.

View the blog post for Toru Ichikawa's new works Signed wooden box to follow (please allow some time for delivery)
5.5cm diameter x 6.1cm diameter x 6.9cm height Toru Ichikawa was born in Tokyo. He began his apprenticeship under Ryuichi Kakurezaki in June 2011 and established his own studio in Tamano City, Okayama Prefecture, in January 2015.