Ibe ware bowl

This is a slightly earlier Ibe bowl by Iwao Kaneshige, an artist who was born and raised into the prestigious Kaneshige family and crafts his meticulously detailed works using the same kiln fired for generations by his masters, Toyo and Michiaki. It possesses the distinct earthy quality that makes an Iwao piece recognizable at a glance, with a sophisticated aesthetic defined by the minimal "goma" (ash glaze) he prefers during firing and a sunset-orange clay tone. The way the "kase-goma" (dry, crusty ash glaze) sprinkled around the rim transitions into the orange clay body evokes a nostalgic feeling, reminiscent of sunsets witnessed in childhood. Please note that the firing around the base is quite soft, meaning it is not suitable for foods with liquid as it may seep through. (Though an earlier work, this piece is unused.) Signed wooden box (shiho-san)
Diameter 22.6cm x Diameter 19.8cm x Height 8.8cm Iwao Kaneshige is the eldest son of Michiaki Kaneshige. Born and raised in a family of Bizen ware potters, his love for ceramics led him to pursue the path of a potter himself. He refined his skills under the guidance of the Kaneshige family, went independent in 1995, and held his first solo exhibition at a gallery in Okayama. He has exhibited in the Kaneshige Family Exhibitions in 1999 and 2001.