{"product_id":"p6629","title":"Black sake bottle","description":"This is a brand new black sake flask fresh from the kiln by Tomoyuki Oiwa, who studied pottery techniques under Ryuichi Kakurezaki and continues his research in Kamigori, Hyogo Prefecture.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is his latest work, removed from the kiln in May 2022.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMr. Oiwa aims for intense firing in his process, and the high heat transforms the black slip into a magnificent color, resulting in a clear, lustrous black similar to that of his mentor, Mr. Kakurezaki.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nFurthermore, this piece features vivid, eye-catching light blue kiln-transmutation effects; the exceptionally clear scenery on the surface is reminiscent of *hikidashi-guro* (pulled-out black ware), creating a truly mysterious quality.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn terms of form, he has thoroughly pursued the beauty of the object as a three-dimensional work, using meticulous spatula work to create a piece that possesses the same dynamic energy inherited from his mentor.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe sharp spatula carving, reminiscent of a rugged, inaccessible rocky mountain, is masterful; it is a sake flask with an extremely sharp silhouette that would be a pleasure to admire while enjoying a drink.\n\nSigned wooden box to be provided later (Please excuse the delay, as it will take some time before shipping.)\u003cbr\u003e\nRim 4.0cm x Body Diameter 8.5cm x Body Diameter 7.5cm x Height 15.9cm Capacity 250cc\n\nTomoyuki Oiwa was born in Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture, in 1977.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe completed his studies at the Bizen Pottery Center in 2004 and began his apprenticeship under Ryuichi Kakurezaki in 2005.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 2014, he established his own studio in Hyogo Prefecture and became an independent artist.","brand":"大岩智之","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618058653793,"sku":"6629","price":38500.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/6629.jpg?v=1790231699","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p6629","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}