Bizen small tea bowl

This newly fired Bizen small tea bowl is a work by Takashi Soga, who challenges the beauty of antiquity by recreating the same environment in which Old Bizen was fired. To reproduce the style of the Old Bizen era, no firebricks or similar materials were used; consequently, the kiln was fired in a manner that defies modern conventional wisdom regarding internal thermal efficiency. For this reason, it exhibits an exquisite earthen quality that transcends modern aesthetics and approaches that of Old Bizen. The hidasuki (fire-cord) markings are applied as if to integrate with the clay surface, and their exquisite reaction with the falling ash creates a refined ito-goma (thread-like sesame glaze) that could easily be mistaken for Old Bizen. Mr. Soga’s signature dedication to clay aligns perfectly with the nature of this small tea bowl designed to be held in both hands, and its soft, moist texture is sure to provide a delightful experience in the palm of your hand. Signed box to be provided at a later date (please allow some time for shipping).
Diameter 9.1cm x Diameter 9.0cm x Height 8.3cm Takashi Soga was born in Tokyo in 1984. He studied under Jun Isezaki in 2009 and built his own kiln in Kuku-i, Bizen City in 2012. He became independent and began his pottery career in 2013.