Bizen Shinjyu Mitsuashi Guinomi

This is a new Bizen mythical beast tripod sake cup by Koji Nakahara, who studied under Fumio Kawabata and aims to create works that suit modern life. It features a unique three-legged design reminiscent of an ancient Chinese *ding* (tripod vessel), with the legs crafted in a mystical design based on mythical beasts. The piece fully demonstrates Nakahara's masterful modeling skills, resulting in an atmospheric creation that looks like a miniature version of a *ding*; when filled with sake, you will feel as if you have become a giant. The firing is a Sue ware-style finish achieved through a strong reduction process to match the style, and the gradated gray tones play a role in creating the work's unique atmosphere. Signed wooden box (shiho-san)
Diameter 6.7cm x Diameter 6.4cm x Height 6.8cm Koji Nakahara was born in Osaka Prefecture in 1978. He graduated from the advanced course at Nara College of Arts in 2000 and from the Bizen Pottery Center in 2001. That same year, he began his apprenticeship under Fumio Kawabata, and in 2007, he joined Kaneshige Ritoen. Since then, he has actively exhibited his work at the Japan Traditional Art Crafts Exhibition and various public exhibitions. He is currently an associate member of the Japan Kōgei Association.