{"product_id":"p5968","title":"Bizen Hidasuki sake decanter (tokkuri) for keeping sake","description":"This is an *azuke-tokkuri* (large sake server) with *hidasuki* (fire-cord) markings by Tomio Ochi, an artist who works diligently at his kiln, pouring his insatiable passion into his ceramics under the tutelage of Anjin Abe.\u003cbr\u003e\nTrue to Mr. Ochi’s preference for firing at high temperatures, this piece is exceptionally hard-fired and possesses a profound sense of weight, evoking the sheer strength of clay condensed to high density.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCharacteristic of the Abe school, this \"surface *hidasuki*\" style—where the *hidasuki* markings cover more area than the raw clay—is reminiscent of Old Bizen, transforming what is typically an elegant aesthetic into one of great gravity and presence.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe form reflects Mr. Ochi’s dedicated research into antique ceramics, resulting in a powerful silhouette, while the prominent wheel marks on the shoulder and the oval shape add a sense of fluid expansion.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWith the high degree of refinement expected of an *azuke-tokkuri*, this piece can be used not only as a sake vessel but also as a vase for flowers.\n\nSigned box to follow (please note that it will take some time before it can be shipped).\u003cbr\u003e\nRim 4.2cm x Body Diameter 9.8cm x Body Diameter 9.3cm x Height 17.0cm; Capacity: approx. 550cc\n\nTomio Ochi was born in Ehime Prefecture in 1949 and graduated from Ehime Prefectural Niihama Technical High School.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nFrom 1969, while working at a company, he devoted himself to the study of painting and sculpture at Taka Bijutsu.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1976, he received instruction under Anjin Abe while serving as a kiln assistant in Ehime Prefecture.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1998, he built his own kiln on the grounds of Anjin Abe's workshop in Ushimado, Setouchi City, Okayama Prefecture.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe applies the experience gained from his studies in sculpture and painting to his Bizen ware practice.","brand":"越智富雄","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618697662561,"sku":"5968","price":25000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/5968.jpg?v=1790240747","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p5968","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}