{"product_id":"p5900","title":"Bizen ware teacup","description":"This is a Bizen tea cup by the timeless master Ken Fujiwara, a man who possessed both bold dynamism and meticulous precision.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is a large-sized tea cup that is rarely seen, and such large-sized cups are thought to be relatively few among Master Ken's works.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIt has a somewhat rough, exposed clay surface, suggesting it was fired in a sagger along with other large works.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nInside, a subtle *hidasuki* (fire-cord) mark is laid down as if placed gently, and while the scenery is understated and focused on utility, its simplicity is truly comforting.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe solid, large-scale form combined with powerful foot-trimming gives it a dignified presence worthy of a head of household.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe overall tone and atmosphere evoke the influence of his mentor, Toyo Kaneshige.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCoarse clay is used, and while there are stone inclusions (*ishihaze*) throughout the piece, it does not leak even after being filled with water for over three hours.\n\nBox signed by Chieko (with *shihozan* seal) \u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 8.7cm x 8.6cm x Height 9.9cm\n\nMaster Ken Fujiwara (1924–1977) began his pottery career in 1946 under his uncle, Kei Fujiwara, and also studied under Toyo Kaneshige and Sozan Kaneshige.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe also learned tableware production under Rosanjin Kitaoji in Kamakura.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1956, he built his own kiln in Honami, Bizen City, and became independent.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThereafter, his work was consistently selected for various exhibitions.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1970, he designed and built a large kiln using modern refractory bricks.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1973, he was certified as an Okayama Prefecture Designated Important Intangible Cultural Property holder.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe was also awarded the Order of the Sacred Treasure, Gold Rays with Rosette, and the Toyo Kaneshige Award, among others.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThough expected to be a leader who would carry the next generation of Bizen pottery, he passed away at the young age of 53 in 1977.","brand":"藤原 建","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618016940129,"sku":"5900","price":25000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/5900.jpg?v=1790231151","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p5900","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}