{"product_id":"p7094","title":"Bizen Earthenware Sake Cup with S裾濃 (Susono) Gold Decoration","description":"This *Susogo* (gradated) gold-leaf sake cup is by Koji Nakahara, who studied under Fumio Kawabata and aims to create works that suit contemporary life.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThrough research into firing *hidasuki* (fire-cord) patterns with gold leaf using an electric kiln, he has succeeded in producing a striking gold luster that looks just like real metal.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWhat draws the eye above all is the intensely brilliant surface texture. Moving beyond conventional platinum or gold-toned gilding, he has developed a copper-like *hidasuki* finish by refining the clay and firing process.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAs the title *Susogo Kinsai* (gradated gold-leaf) suggests—a term borrowed from dyeing—the charcoal-gray surface transitions abruptly into bronze, creating a texture that makes one briefly question whether it is pottery or metal.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe polyhedral form created using a plaster mold complements this bronze-like surface; as it reflects light, the piece highlights the beauty of its sculptural silhouette while allowing the viewer to enjoy the delicate nuances of the gold-leaf *hidasuki*.\u003cbr\u003e\n\nSigned wooden box to be provided at a later date (please note that shipping will take some time).\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 6.8cm × 6.5cm × Height 6.7cm\u003cbr\u003e\n\nKoji Nakahara was born in Osaka Prefecture in 1978.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe graduated from the advanced course at Nara College of Arts in 2000.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSubsequently, he graduated from the Bizen Pottery Center in Bizen City in 2001.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThat same year, he began studying under Fumio Kawabata, and in 2007, he joined the Kaneshige Ritoen kiln.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe established his own kiln in Osaka City in 2010.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSince then, he has been actively exhibiting at the Japan Traditional Art Crafts Exhibition and various other juried shows.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe is currently a regular member of the Japan Kōgei Association.","brand":"中原幸治","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618080346209,"sku":"7094","price":12100.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/7094.jpg?v=1790232214","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p7094","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}