{"product_id":"p6304","title":"Ibe Beer Drinking","description":"This is a brand new Bizen beer cup fresh from the kiln by Iwao Kaneshige, who was born and raised in the prestigious Kaneshige family, inheriting the kiln passed down through generations from his predecessors, Tōyō and Dōmei, and who continues to work with quiet diligence.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis piece was fired in June of the third year of Reiwa (2021).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCreated in the traditional Bizen climbing kiln inherited from Tōyō and Dōmei Kaneshige, the piece perfectly captures the incredible hidden energy of the clay within the refined, austere aesthetic that is the true hallmark of Bizen pottery.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nTrue to Iwao’s philosophy of relying solely on natural kiln transformations occurring during the firing process, the work features a remarkably natural, unforced kiln change that speaks to a profound harmony between earth and fire.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe rich, earthy texture has a soft, moist luster, and the sparse, essential application of \"goma\" (ash glaze) serves to further accentuate the beauty of the clay.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe design, reminiscent of a barrel—a rare choice for a beer cup—is fascinating, and the inclusion of \"raiza-mimi\" (small handles) gives it the charming air of a miniature jar.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nOne can feel the quiet yet stubborn resolve of Iwao-sensei, who seeks not for recognition, but simply to create work that brings joy to others.\n\nSigned wooden box (Nihō-san)\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 8.9cm x 8.6cm x Height 9.5cm\n\nIwao Kaneshige was born in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture, in 1965 as the eldest son of Dōmei Kaneshige.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHaving grown up in a family of Bizen ceramicists and possessing a natural love for the craft, he chose to follow the path of a potter.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAfter honing his skills under the guidance of the Kaneshige family, he became independent in 1995 and held his first solo exhibition at a gallery in Okayama City.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe participated in the Kaneshige Family Exhibitions in 1999 and 2001.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 2007, he held a solo exhibition at the Tenmaya Okayama store.","brand":"金重 巖","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618715193441,"sku":"6304","price":7000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/6304.jpg?v=1790241032","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p6304","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}