Bizen Meshiwan

This is a new Bizen ware rice bowl (small) by Shusaku Taku, who shapes his work by fermenting the various emotions of daily life into Bizen ware, a craft that has matured alongside the continuous activities of people over generations. It is a small rice bowl crafted with meticulous attention to detail, characteristic of Taku-sensei, who makes each piece with care as if trying to reach the heart of the user. While many Bizen rice bowls have a gentle finish typical of mountain clay, this piece reflects Taku-sensei’s strong commitment, resulting in a refined, weathered aesthetic. The rich coloration, typical of Taku-sensei—a self-proclaimed clay enthusiast—is captivating, and the cold, withered brownish-red "hidasuki" (fire-cord) markings, a hallmark of his current kiln, are truly magnificent. This piece is a smaller rice bowl designed for women or children. Paper box
Diameter 11.8cm x Diameter 11.5cm x Height 6.1cm 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 won the Excellence Award at the Tanabe Museum of Art Tea Ceremony Molding Exhibition. He has also been selected for the Okayama Prefectural Art Exhibition and the Japan Traditional Kogei Chugoku Branch Exhibition.