Bizen Sankaku Tokkuri

This newly kiln-fired Bizen triangular sake bottle is the work of Kazuki Nakamura, an artist who carries on the lineage of master sake-ware potters Rokuro and Makoto Nakamura to create deeply expressive pieces. While following in the footsteps of these legends, this bottle bears the unmistakable mark of Kazuki, infusing his personal style with a unique flair that distinguishes it from the works of his father and grandfather. Adorned with the characteristic "kase-goma" (matte ash glaze) that resembles tree bark, the front of the piece reveals a beautiful scarlet hue, as if the bark had been peeled away to expose the succulent fruit beneath. The rich, scarlet-toned clay body, a secret of the Nakamura family, is breathtakingly beautiful; it is a piece that delights the eyes and enhances the drinking experience, with a texture that will grow increasingly smooth and refined through use, showcasing its tremendous potential as a sake vessel. The slightly short, triangular, shoulder-bodied shape and the soft, pouch-like wheel-thrown form evoke the spirit of his grandfather, Rokuro, while the addition of subtle indentations for a comfortable grip offers a glimpse into Kazuki’s own love for sake. Signed wooden box to be provided later (please allow some time for shipping).
Rim 3.8cm x Body 9.7cm x Body 9.5cm x Height 12.5cm; Capacity approx. 400cc Kazuki Nakamura was born in 1980 as the eldest son of Makoto Nakamura. After graduating from the Faculty of Letters at Okayama University in 2003, he honed his pottery skills under the guidance of his grandfather and father. He fired his first kiln and became an independent artist in 2006.