Bizen Gourd-Shaped Sake Bottle

This is a new Bizen gourd-shaped sake bottle by Shin Nakamura, a master renowned for his sake vessels and tableware, and the eldest son of the legendary Bizen potter Rokuro Nakamura. Drawing on the expertise inherited from his father, he has crafted this gourd with an elegant, refined aesthetic, featuring magnificent kiln-altered markings. The clear, striking kiln effects display a soft scarlet hue, revealing the true essence of the Nakamura family style: a texture that seems to melt when moistened by sake. Born from the rugged hands of an expert potter, the piece stands with an unadorned, stoic, and masculine presence, giving it an understated, sophisticated charm free of affectation. Signed wooden box to follow (please allow some time for shipping).
Rim 3.3cm × Body Diameter 11.4cm × Body Diameter 11.4cm × Height 12.0cm; Capacity approx. 350cc Shin Nakamura was born as the eldest son of Rokuro Nakamura and began his fundamental training under his father in 1971. To further master the firing techniques of Living National Treasure Toyo Kaneshige, he spent ten years assisting and receiving guidance under Michiaki Kaneshige. He became independent in 1975. He primarily creates tea ceremony ceramics and tableware, as well as flower vases, sake bottles, and sake cups. He holds active solo exhibitions across Japan, including in Tokyo, Okayama, and Nagoya.