{"product_id":"p4703","title":"Ibe Tokkuri","description":"This is an Ibe sake bottle by Michiaki Kaneshige, the eldest son of the legendary Toyo Kaneshige, who captivated everyone with a style that infused unique sensibilities into tradition. Judging by the signature on the Ibe box and the Kaneshige seal, this is a work from Michiaki's later years. It features a finely textured, beautiful dark green *kase-goma* (stony sesame glaze) across the entire surface that is unmistakably the hallmark of Michiaki, possessing a profound depth that invites endless gazing—a quality only possible for one who watched his father, Toyo Kaneshige, manage the kiln from his side. His signature touch is even evident in the *hima* (fire-gap) areas, where the remarkably rich reddish-purple clay body transitions beautifully into a soft orange. A single, smooth, dark *sangiri* (fire-shaded) accent bridge the deep green and reddish-purple, creating a superb contrast. Reminiscent of a masterpiece *toshiwasure* (year-end) piece, it has a scallion-like shape and a slight, solid heft similar to old Bizen pottery. Yet, it pours with an elegant gurgling sound and a perfect flow, showcasing the masterful craftsmanship expected of a renowned potter. With its exquisite colors and wonderful tactile quality, it will surely make your sake taste many times better.\n\nOriginal box (with shihō-san\/four-sided crossbar) \u003cbr\u003e\nMouth 4.5cm × Body Diameter 9.0cm × Body Diameter 9.0cm × Height 14.5cm; Capacity approx. 250cc\n\nMichiaki Kaneshige (1934–1995) was born in Ibe as the eldest son of Living National Treasure Toyo Kaneshige. He graduated from the Craft Department of Kanazawa College of Art in 1955 and became a ceramic artist under the tutelage of his father. He was selected for the Asahi Contemporary Ceramic Art Exhibition three consecutive times starting in 1957. He was also selected for the Nitten Exhibition, and in 1960, he toured the United States to observe ceramic arts. In 1969, he became a regular member of the Japan Kōgei Association and was awarded the Toyo Kaneshige Prize in 1970. He was appointed a member of the Issuikai Ceramic Art Division in 1973, received the Japan Ceramic Society Award in 1980, and was officially designated an Okayama Prefecture Important Intangible Cultural Property in 1990. He specialized in tea ceramics and also created works with geometric forms, such as bowls, and exhibited his pieces in exhibitions overseas.","brand":"金重道明","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618654867553,"sku":"4703","price":150000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/4703.jpg?v=1790239413","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p4703","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}