{"product_id":"p6421","title":"Bizen gourd-shaped sake bottle","description":"This is a newly kiln-fired Bizen gourd sake flask by Makoto Nakamura, son of the late master Rokuro Nakamura—a legend of Bizen sake ware—and a renowned artist in his own right for his sake and tableware.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is a brand-new work, fresh from the kiln as of November 2021.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCentering on the vivid \"hiiro\" (scarlet) that is synonymous with the Nakamura family, this excellent piece features an exquisite arrangement where both \"kase-goma\" (dry sesame glaze) and \"yohen\" (kiln transformation) emerge simultaneously.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe neck, back, and bottom were buried in embers and fired intensely, resulting in a kiln-transformed surface where ash rises like rugged rock faces, shimmering with a lead-gray hue.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn contrast, the side of the body shifts into kase-goma like a patchwork design, displaying the refined, bark-like texture of dry ash alongside the scarlet tones of ripened fruit.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMost notably, it offers the pleasure of comparing two distinct types of scarlet—the vibrant tone of the kase side and the subdued, elegant tone of the yohen side—while enjoying a drink.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe sensual form of the gourd, inheriting the legacy of a sake ware master, is truly magnificent; the slightly tilted neck and the subtle indentations in the body perfectly harmonize ease of use with visual beauty.\n\nSigned wooden box to follow (we kindly ask for your patience as this will take some time to ship).\u003cbr\u003e\nMouth 2.9cm x Body Diameter 10.7cm x Body Diameter 10.7cm x Height 12.5cm Capacity approx. 290cc\n\nMakoto Nakamura was born in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture, in 1949 as the eldest son of Rokuro Nakamura.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nStarting in 1971, he learned the foundations of Bizen ware under his father, gaining extensive training in everything from clay preparation to production techniques.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn addition, to master the art of kiln firing as practiced by Toyo Kaneshige, he assisted Michiaki Kaneshige with his kiln firings for 10 years, receiving his mentorship.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe subsequently established his own studio in 1975.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe currently produces a wide range of works, focusing primarily on sake ware but also creating flower vases and tableware.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe holds solo exhibitions actively across Japan, including in Tokyo, Okayama, and Nagoya, and also holds joint exhibitions with his son, Kazuki Nakamura.","brand":"中村 真","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618051739745,"sku":"6421","price":45000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/6421.jpg?v=1790231519","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p6421","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}