{"product_id":"p6864","title":"Bizen sake bottle","description":"This is a Bizen sake bottle (tokkuri) from the earlier works of Intangible Cultural Property holder Yuichi Yamamoto, the son of the master craftsman Toshu Yamamoto, a man of legendary skill.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nA pottery biography dating up to the end of 1981 is enclosed, suggesting this piece was created around that time.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAmong the \"haikaburi\" (ash-covered) kiln transformations, this sake bottle is adorned with a \"namako-hada\" (sea cucumber skin) glaze—a state where melted ash has hardened into a glassy texture, a feature found only in pieces subjected to intense heat.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nOver the gray, glassy kiln transformation, multiple streaks of liquid natural glaze run down the surface, creating an overwhelming, avalanche-like landscape of kiln effects.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nEven the \"nuke\" (the clean area left on the front) has been eroded by the overwhelming intensity of the flames, burned through completely while leaving behind infrared-like red-spotted gold accents.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn contrast to the intense kiln effects, the form maintains a serene presence that faithfully upholds the philosophy of Yamamoto Bizen; the proud, broad shoulders and the delicately crafted smaller neck are truly magnificent.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThere is no noticeable dirt, but there are slight signs of use.\n\nOriginal box (shiho-san style)\u003cbr\u003e\nRim diameter 3.1cm × Body diameter 8.8cm × Diameter 8.5cm × Height 13.1cm; Capacity approx. 390cc\n\nYuichi Yamamoto is the eldest son of Living National Treasure Toshu Yamamoto and entered the path of pottery under his father in 1959. In 1968, he introduced the first gas kiln for Bizen ware. With a scientific and inquisitive mind, he researched ways to create \"hidasuki\" (fire-cord) patterns—which often rely on chance—as intentional designs. He devised the techniques of \"himon\" and \"hisai,\" a type of artificial hidasuki where an extract boiled down from rice straw is used like paint to draw flowers and patterns on the clay body. He has produced a wide range of works, including vases, tea utensils, jars, and large bowls. He became a full member of the Japan Kōgei Association in 1967. In 1995, he published an introductory book for creators titled \"Bizen Ware Techniques: Tradition and Creation.\" In 1996, he received the Tabe Museum Grand Prize at the Tea Ceremony Modeling Exhibition. That same year, he was designated as an Okayama Prefecture Important Intangible Cultural Property holder.\u003cbr\u003e\nAwards: Numerous, including the Kaneshige Toyo Award, Okayama Prefecture Cultural Encouragement Award, Sanyo Shimbun Award, Medal with Blue Ribbon, Okayama Nichinichi Shimbun Art and Culture Merit Award, and the Tea Ceremony Modeling Exhibition Grand Prize. Served as a juror for prefectural exhibitions.\u003cbr\u003e\nAffiliations: Japan Kōgei Association, Bizen Ware Toshinkai, Bigeikai, Gengakai, Kunpukai","brand":"山本雄一","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618067992673,"sku":"6864","price":55000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/6864.jpg?v=1790231937","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p6864","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}