{"product_id":"p6784","title":"Ibe Yunomi","description":"This is a newly fired Ibe teacup by Arimasa Kaneshige, a potter who, while belonging to the Kaneshige lineage, consistently questions himself and continues to create works as an individual ceramic artist.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is his latest work, just removed from the kiln in November 2022.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCreated using a newly designed \"Tsuchigama\" (earth kiln)—a climbing kiln built entirely of clay without the use of firebricks—this piece represents a fusion of the Kaneshige firing technique and this unique kiln.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWhile the overall texture of the clay inherits the characteristics of traditional Bizen ware made from *ta-tsuchi* (rice field clay), the addition of the \"Tsuchigama\" firing process—which strips away the superfluous—results in a piece that sharpens the charm of what is known as the \"flavor\" of Bizen ware to its absolute limit.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWithin the world of Bizen ware, there have always been trends of varying degrees, and sometimes, adopting these trends in firing has masked the true essence of the craft.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe *yohen* (kiln transformation) in this work consists only of the natural, matte \"goma\" (ash glaze) that adhered during firing, showcasing the clay surface as if to extract only the pure \"flavor\" of Bizen ware.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe surface, crafted from superior *ta-tsuchi* and carefully fired to high density, possesses three seemingly contradictory elements: it is hard, dense, yet gentle. Even as a brand-new piece, it has the texture of a bowl that has been used and polished for many years.\n\nSigned wooden box to follow (we apologize, but it will take some time until shipment).\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 7.0cm x 6.9cm x Height 8.0cm\n\nArimasa Kaneshige was born as the third son of the Intangible Cultural Property holder Sozan Kaneshige.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe began learning ceramic techniques under his father in 1975.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1980, he became independent and held his first solo exhibition in Okayama.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe currently focuses on tea ceremony ceramics such as tea bowls, water jars, and flower vases, as well as tableware.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nFor his tea bowls, in particular, he prioritizes the internal form (*mikomi*), pursuing a balance between ease of use and the exterior appearance.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe has received the Sanyo Shimbun Award at the Prefectural Exhibition, the Encouragement Award at the Exhibition of Tea Ceramics, and the Encouragement Award at the Tanko Biennale, among others.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe was awarded the Japan Ceramic Society Award in 2002 and the Sanyo Shimbun Cultural Merit Award in 2018.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 2019, he was designated as a Holder of Okayama Prefecture-designated Important Intangible Cultural Property.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe is also active in holding solo exhibitions both within and outside the prefecture.","brand":"金重有邦","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618062684257,"sku":"6784","price":22000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/6784.jpg?v=1790231836","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p6784","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}