{"product_id":"p6746","title":"Bizen Sake Cup","description":"This is a brand-new Bizen sake cup, freshly fired by the renowned potter Makoto Nakamura, who is celebrated for his sake vessels and tableware and is the eldest son of the late master Rokuro Nakamura, a legendary Bizen craftsman.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis latest work was removed from the kiln in October 2022.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe piece was fired deep within the kiln, buried in embers to ensure a thorough firing. It is a powerful work that is relatively rare for the Nakamura family, as it eschews the typical scarlet hue in favor of an intense kiln transformation.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe front \"nuke\" (uncovered area) has been fired to a dense, light-orange shade that transcends the usual scarlet, offering a flavor different from the typical Nakamura style, complete with rich shiso-colored shading and golden accents.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe clearly defined shading and the intense ash-covered kiln transformation—so textured it is almost sharp to the touch—are utterly captivating. The dramatic firing, rarely seen even within a single kiln load, is as fascinating to behold as it is to drink from.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThough the piece features a large, powerful form, the walls are not overly thick; contrary to its bold appearance, it has been crafted with the perfect weight and feel expected of a master of fine drinkware.\n\nSigned wooden box (shiho-san)\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 7.6cm x 7.5cm x Height 5.0cm\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 fundamentals of Bizen pottery under his father, mastering everything from soil preparation to production techniques.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAdditionally, to learn the art of kiln firing from the tradition of Toyo Kaneshige, he assisted Michiaki Kaneshige with kiln firings for 10 years, receiving his tutelage.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe subsequently established his own studio in 1975.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nToday, he creates a wide range of works, primarily sake vessels, but also flower vases and tableware.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe actively holds solo exhibitions across the country, 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":46618061799521,"sku":"6746","price":18000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/6746.jpg?v=1790231801","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p6746","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}