{"product_id":"p6817","title":"Black cup and saucer","description":"This is a black cup and saucer by Masao Akiya, an artist who studied under Living National Treasure Jun Isezaki and creates works overflowing with originality within a fresh sensibility.\u003cbr\u003e\nCrafted using the Kuro-Bizen (black Bizen) technique inherited from his mentor, Jun Isezaki, the piece features a remarkably beautiful black tone that is deep and lustrous, yet warm to the touch.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is made using black clay from the vicinity of Osafune Isokami, which is dissolved and applied to the surface to create the black color; because it is a slip-applied glaze, the black shade changes exquisitely depending on the nuances of the kiln's fire.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis piece exhibits a smooth luster across the entire black surface, allowing one to enjoy its deep sheen while appreciating a soft texture that feels comfortable in the hand.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe sophisticated design, characteristic of Akiya, is exceptionally stylish. Rather than relying on complex ornamentation, the piece is designed with simplicity to highlight the beauty of its silhouette and lines, effectively emphasizing the chic and modern nature of the black aesthetic.\n\nNo box\u003cbr\u003e\nCup: 11.3cm (including handle) x 8.8cm x 7.1cm (height)\u003cbr\u003e\nSaucer: 12.2cm x 12.2cm x 1.6cm (height)\n\nMasao Akiya was born in Saitama in 1968.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1998, he began an apprenticeship under Living National Treasure Jun Isezaki, and after ten years of training, he established his own kiln in Bizen in 2008.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe held his first kiln opening in 2009.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHis works have been selected for the Tanabe Museum of Art's \"Tea Ceremony Modeling Exhibition\" and the Japan Kōgei Association Chugoku Branch Exhibition, and he has received awards such as the Okayama Prefectural Art Exhibition Prize and the Encouragement Award.","brand":"秋谷昌央","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618319159393,"sku":"6817","price":7000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/6817.jpg?v=1790234989","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p6817","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}