Bizen Tokkuri (Sake Set)

This Bizen sake flask (sake set) is by Mamoru Shibaoka, who was born in Imbe as the second son of Kazumi Shibaoka and pursues the kiln-altered variations characteristic of unglazed pottery. This set features the gold-colored scarlet-cord (*hidasuki*) markings that are Shibaoka-sensei's specialty. The entire vessel appears as if coated in a thin layer of platinum, with scarlet cords that shimmer like copper against a blue-silver surface. Despite the striking kiln-altered appearance, the vessel itself follows an orthodox style befitting a veteran artist, allowing one to slowly enjoy sake with the beautiful gold coloring as an accompaniment. Signed wooden box (double-slat lid)
Sake flask: Rim 3.7cm x Body diameter 9.1cm x Body diameter 9.1cm x Height 14.0cm, Capacity approx. 410cc
Sake cup: Diameter 6.3cm x Diameter 6.3cm x Height 5.5cm Mamoru Shibaoka was born in Imbe in 1952 as the second son of Kazumi Shibaoka. After graduating from high school and working for a company for several years, he apprenticed under his father and his older brother, Nobuyoshi Shibaoka. He became independent in 1973 and built his own kiln at his current location in 1982. In 1983, he became a full member of the Japan Kōgei Association.