{"product_id":"p6182","title":"Sumigono gold-leaf teacup","description":"This \"susogo\" (shaded) tea cup is the work of Koji Nakahara, who studied under Fumio Kawabata and aims to create pieces that harmonize with modern life.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe entire piece is adorned with a beautiful gold glaze called \"susogo kinsai,\" creating an exquisite color contrast between the shimmering silvery surface and areas that have transformed into a deep black.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAdditionally, a mysterious circular gold pattern that looks like a fingerprint appears in the center of the piece, lending it a sense of mystique like a unique, glowing golden emblem.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe dimpled surface, reminiscent of a golf ball, is also intriguing; while it evokes the exotic atmosphere of an ancient ritual vessel, the textured feel of the gold glaze makes it very comfortable to hold.\n\nNo box\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 7.8cm x 7.7cm x Height 8.2cm\n\nKoji Nakahara was born in Osaka Prefecture in 1978.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 2000, he graduated from the advanced course at the Nara College of Arts.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSubsequently, in 2001, he graduated from the Bizen Pottery Center in Bizen City.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThat same year, he began his apprenticeship under Fumio Kawabata, and in 2007, he joined the Kaneshige Ritoen pottery studio.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe established his own kiln in Osaka in 2010 and became an independent artist.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSince then, he has actively exhibited his work at the Japan Traditional Art Crafts Exhibition and various public competitions.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe is currently a full member of the Japan Kōgei Association.","brand":"中原幸治","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618710409313,"sku":"6182","price":5400.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/6182.jpg?v=1790240929","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p6182","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}