{"product_id":"p6492","title":"SHUTEN VANISHING POINT","description":"This is a newly kiln-fired sake cup (guinomi) titled \"VANISHING POINT\" by Toru Ichikawa, who made a stunning debut after studying under Ryuichi Kakurezaki.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is an exceptionally creative work that embodies Ichikawa's signature style of channeling his endless flow of ideas into form through the supreme medium of clay.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nTitled \"VANISHING POINT,\" this new piece expresses an overwhelming worldview, true to its name.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWith a design reminiscent of his early works, it feels as if he is returning to his roots, featuring platinum glazing as the primary element accented by orange glaze poured over the surface.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nFurthermore, the center of the piece is embedded with a Taiji symbol, a motif he frequently used in the past; this revival of his early work, executed with his current level of skill, brings out a fresh and captivating appeal.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWhile the intricately interwoven glazes are fascinating, this sake cup allows you to focus solely on the platinum finish and enjoy the ever-changing textures of the glaze itself in a straightforward manner.\n\nIncludes signed paulownia wood box (shiho-zan).\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 7.7cm x 7.7cm x Height 6.4cm\n\nToru Ichikawa was born in Tokyo.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn June 2011, he began his apprenticeship under Ryuichi Kakurezaki, a holder of an important intangible cultural property designated by Okayama Prefecture.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe became an independent artist in Tamano City, Okayama Prefecture, in January 2015.","brand":"市川 透","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618718371937,"sku":"6492","price":41030.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/6492.jpg?v=1790241182","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p6492","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}