{"product_id":"p6846","title":"Ibe Tokkuri","description":"This is an Ibe sake bottle by Iwao Kaneshige, an earlier work created by an artist who was born and raised in the prestigious Kaneshige family and inherited the climbing kiln used for generations by his predecessors, Tojo and Michiaki, where he continues to devote himself to his craft.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis piece was fired in September 2011.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCreated using the Bizen climbing kiln passed down and preserved from Tojo and Michiaki Kaneshige, the work captures the astonishing energy of the clay itself, hidden within the austere, weathered aesthetic that is the true essence of Bizen pottery.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nTrue to Iwao’s philosophy of relying solely on natural kiln transformations occurring during the firing process, the piece features a beautifully organic kiln effect that authentically embraces the power of earth and fire.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWhile a grey kiln transformation covers the entire piece, it avoids an aggressive ash-dusted appearance; rather, the delicate, tactile ash finish reflects Iwao’s personal aesthetic.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe front displays a beautiful scarlet hue that embodies this natural transformation—not forced like the sharp outlines of a *botamochi* (mochi-style) mark, but a sophisticated, natural coloration allowed by the free penetration of heat.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe relaxed form, featuring an asymmetrical rim and potter’s wheel marks that seem to record the artist's very breath, captures a deep, unforced beauty that does not fight the nature of the clay.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe quiet yet steadfast spirit of Iwao—who wishes not for external acclaim, but simply to create work that brings joy to others—resonates through this piece.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAlthough an earlier work, it is in unused condition.\n\nIncludes signed box (shiho-san style).\u003cbr\u003e\nRim 4.2cm x Body Diameter 9.0cm x Body Diameter 8.8cm x Height 13.2cm, Capacity 300cc\n\nIwao Kaneshige was born in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture, in 1965, the eldest son of Michiaki Kaneshige.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nGrowing up in a family of Bizen ceramicists and possessing a natural love for pottery, he pursued a career in the craft.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAfter honing his skills under the guidance of the Kaneshige family, he became independent in 1995 and held his first solo exhibition at a gallery in Okayama City.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe participated in the Kaneshige Family Exhibitions in 1999 and 2001.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 2007, he held a solo exhibition at the Tenmaya Okayama store.","brand":"金重 巖","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618066321505,"sku":"6846","price":33000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/6846.jpg?v=1790231915","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p6846","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}