Bizen Hidasuki Yunomi

This brand-new Hidasuki yunomi (tea cup), fresh from the kiln, is the work of Yoshinobu Morimoto, an artist with an exceptional aesthetic sense who is in a constant state of evolution in his approach to clay, firing, and craftsmanship. This reduction-fired Hidasuki, which Morimoto-sensei calls "nukimono" (extracted pieces), truly lives up to its name, with colors seemingly drawn out from deep within the clay to create an intense scarlet pattern. Across a chocolate-hued, almost luscious surface, vibrant vermilion marks bloom as if the work were still filled with the heat of the kiln. Although classified as an everyday utility piece, this cup possesses the dignity and impact of a small cylindrical tea bowl, showcasing the superb sculpting ability Morimoto-sensei has honed through the study of antique ceramics and constant, thoughtful artistic output. According to Morimoto-sensei, reduction-fired Hidasuki is profoundly deep, and he notes that the clay surface will only grow more flavorful and enjoyable the more it is used. No box
Diameter 8.2cm x 7.8cm x Height 8.1cm Yoshinobu Morimoto was born in Okayama Prefecture in 1976. He completed his training at the Bizen Pottery Center in 1996. After working independently, he held his first solo exhibition in Tokyo in 2004. Since then, he has held annual solo exhibitions primarily in Tokyo and across Japan. In 2005, 2006, and 2007, his work was selected for the Tanabe Museum of Art’s "Chanoyu Molding Exhibition." In 2008, he exhibited at the "Modern Artists' Sake Ware Exhibition" at Mitsukoshi Nihonbashi in Tokyo. In 2009, he exhibited at the "Modern Artists' Tea Bowl Exhibition" at Mitsukoshi Nihonbashi in Tokyo. He continues to hold solo exhibitions in various locations, including the "Yoshinobu Morimoto Special Feature" at Tenmaya in Okayama in 2010.