Bizen Beer Drinker

This new Bizen beer tumbler is the work of Tamon Kaneshige, who continues to hone his craft on the demanding path of pottery as the son of the late Susumu Kaneshige. True to the Kaneshige family tradition of meticulously preparing their clay before use, this piece displays a superb and deeply flavorful earth tone. For this work, the artist deliberately utilized elutriated clay as a way to appeal to younger generations and those unfamiliar with Bizen ware; the smooth texture, with the grit removed, offers an effortless drinking experience. Much like his father, Susumu, who was famously a heavy drinker, Tamon is also a great lover of sake, and this piece features a thin rim that has been carefully crafted for a pleasant mouthfeel. Signed wooden box (double-crosspiece lid)
Diameter 7.3cm x Diameter 7.0cm x Height 11.3cm Tamon Kaneshige was born in Okayama City in 1977. He graduated from the Faculty of Business and Commerce at Keio University in 2000. In 2004, he entered the path of pottery under his father, Susumu Kaneshige. He held a solo exhibition at Okayama Tenmaya in 2011.