Bizen square plate

This is a square Bizen ware plate by Kosuke Yashiro, an artist who spent his formative years dreaming of working with Bizen ware in Imbe, finally realizing his long-held ambition of building his own kiln there and making his debut. It is a quintessential Bizen piece that reflects the spirit of Yashiro, who was born and raised in Imbe and chose to dedicate his life to the craft after falling in love with the works of the many potters who lived and died in this region. He boldly asserts that there is profound meaning in creating Bizen ware within the environment of Imbe, and this piece showcases a magnificent "haikaburi" (ash-covered) kiln transformation, the centerpiece of Bizen style. It is an exemplary Bizen square plate, featuring a stunning contrast between the ash-covered kiln transformation with flashes of metallic carbonization and a vibrant, unadorned scarlet hue. The piece is fired to a perfect degree, reflecting a thoughtful balance between aesthetic beauty, ease of use, and a sense of purity. Paper box
Diameter 24.8cm × Height 2.5cm Kosuke Yashiro was born in Sapporo, Hokkaido, in 1979. Around 2000, he began his apprenticeship under various kilns and artists in Imbe, Bizen City. He established his own kiln and became independent in September 2016.