{"product_id":"p6721","title":"Bizen ware shochu cup","description":"This Bizen shochu cup is a work by Tsuneo Osawa, who aspires to create pieces that bring richness to daily life, with antique ceramics as his mentor.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nTrue to Mr. Osawa’s practice of conducting research into ancient ceramics alongside his own creative work since becoming independent, he has brilliantly incorporated the allure of old Bizen ware into this piece.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe scenery changes dramatically between the lower and upper parts of the piece; the lower section features a lustrous black finish reminiscent of Ibe-te ware.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn contrast, the upper section displays a unique bluish sangiri (kiln change) pattern and vibrant gold highlights, shifting from the understated look of the lower section to a landscape that vividly evokes the power of the flames.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe interior features strong gold highlights similar to the outer rim, creating a completed landscape of blue-gray and red tones reminiscent of Ao-Bizen (blue Bizen).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWhile designed as a shochu cup, this is a versatile piece that can also be used as a free cup or teacup.\n\nNo box\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 8.7cm x 8.6cm x Height 8.4cm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n*Please note that a shipping fee of 500 yen applies.\n\nTsuneo Osawa was born in Akita Prefecture in 1964.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1982, he began his apprenticeship under Bizen ware artist Taisetsu Sueishi.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe built his own anagama kiln and became independent in 1997, and has since focused his activities on solo exhibitions while continuing his research into antique ceramics.","brand":"大澤恒夫","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618061308001,"sku":"6721","price":3000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/6721.jpg?v=1790231779","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p6721","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}