Bizen ware rice bowl

This Bizen rice bowl is the work of Shusaku Taku, an artist who transforms the everyday emotions he experiences into form, inspired by Bizen ware that has matured alongside the continuous activities of human life. While many Bizen rice bowls have a gentle finish typical of mountain clay, this piece reflects Taku’s strong commitment to a refined, wabi-sabi aesthetic. It features the rich, vibrant coloration characteristic of Taku, who is also a clay enthusiast, while the *hidasuki* (fire-cord) pattern on the interior resembles the skin of a perfectly ripened apple. The thin, careful craftsmanship and high foot make it easy to use, resulting in a piece that can be enjoyed both visually and functionally. Paper box
Diameter 13.6cm x Diameter 13.3cm x Height 6.9cm Shusaku Taku was born in 1980 as the eldest son of Mamoru Taku. In 2001, he graduated from the Arita College of Ceramics in Saga Prefecture and began his apprenticeship under his father. In 2002, he received the Okayama Prefectural Board of Education Superintendent's Award at the Japan Traditional Kogei Chugoku Branch Exhibition. In 2004, he received the Excellence Award at the Tanabe Art Museum Tea Ceremony Modeling Exhibition. He has also been selected for the Okayama Prefectural Art Exhibition and the Japan Traditional Kogei Chugoku Branch Exhibition.