{"product_id":"p6180","title":"Hidasuki Gourd Sake Bottle","description":"This is a newly fired *hidasuki* (fire-cord) gourd-shaped *tokkuri* (sake bottle) by Tomio Ochi, an artist who has silently dedicated himself to the kiln under the guidance of Anjin Abe, pouring his insatiable passion into his ceramics.\u003cbr\u003e\nTrue to Ochi's preference for high-temperature firing, this piece is remarkably dense, hard-fired, and possesses a profound sense of gravity, exuding a power as if the clay itself has been condensed to its highest density.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe \"surface *hidasuki*\" style—a hallmark of the Abe school, where the *hidasuki* markings cover more area than the raw clay—combined with a smaller, more refined silhouette than usual, gives this piece an elegance reminiscent of a masterpiece handed down from ancient times.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHidden behind the main *hidasuki* are delicate, thread-like markings resembling withered pampas grass; their fragile, vanishing appearance adds a distinct, weathered charm to the work.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn this instance, the tones of the clay body lean less toward yellow and white, favoring a stronger blue hue. This creates a sophisticated \"reduction-fired *hidasuki*\" aesthetic that accentuates the rich, concentrated colors of the fire cords.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nBoasting a unique appeal in both form and firing that differs from his previous works, this piece offers a glimpse into a new facet of Ochi’s artistry.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWhen filled with sake, the *tokkuri* produces a resonant \"kok-kok-kok\" sound upon the first pour, which fades relatively quickly—a hallmark of a *tokkuri* that serves sake with ease.\n\nOriginal signed box to be provided at a later date (please note that it will take some time before the item can be shipped).\u003cbr\u003e\nRim 2.5cm x Body diameter 8.1cm x Body diameter 8.0cm x Height 12.9cm; Capacity: Approx. 230cc\n\nTomio Ochi was born in Ehime Prefecture in 1949 and graduated from Niihama Technical High School in Ehime.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nBeginning in 1969, he pursued studies in painting and sculpture at Taka Art while working a corporate job.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1976, he began serving as a kiln assistant to Anjin Abe in Ehime Prefecture, where he received his mentorship.\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 approaches Bizen ware making by utilizing the experience he gained studying sculpture and painting.","brand":"越智富雄","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618710376545,"sku":"6180","price":20000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/6180.jpg?v=1790240927","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p6180","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}