{"product_id":"p7118","title":"Ibe Tokkuri","description":"This is a newly kiln-fired Ibe sake flask by Yuho Kaneshige, an artist who, while rooted in the Kaneshige tradition, constantly questions himself as he creates works as an individual potter.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis latest work was pulled from the kiln in July 2023 and was exhibited at his solo exhibition in October.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIt was created using a newly designed \"tsuchigama\" (earth kiln) that relies solely on clay, eschewing refractory bricks, resulting in a work that fuses the traditional Kaneshige firing technique with this unique kiln.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nLooking at the overall texture of the clay and the scarlet (hiiro) hues, one can see the characteristics of the Kaneshige lineage using ta-tsuchi (rice field clay), yet here and there are vistas reminiscent of old Bizen—a cold, withered aesthetic and the appearance of being thoroughly fired through—suggesting that the scale of the work has evolved to a new level.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe \"nuke\" (clearance) on the front and the base reveal a profound scarlet hue characteristic of the finest ta-tsuchi, while the exquisite, rounded texture makes this piece a perfect hybrid of the Kaneshige style and old Bizen, not just in color but in the tactile experience of use.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe color and quality of the ash-covered kiln transformation (haikaburi yohen) reflect the high standards characteristic of Yuho-sensei, and the beautiful mouse-gray surface, combined with his meticulous finishing, creates an exquisite texture that makes one want to polish it endlessly with sake.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe fine \"botamochi\" (mochi-cake-like) patterns scattered throughout evoke the internal conditions of the kiln and are fascinating, but more than anything, one is likely to be captivated by the beauty and comfort of the ash-covering itself.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis ash-covering was achieved through multiple firings without fear of breakage, a pinnacle reached only through an attitude of pursuing the ultimate \"one\" even at the cost of everything else.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAt first glance, it appears to be a simple, clean-silhouetted sake flask, but the entire piece is complexly ridged as if it possessed muscles, and as you begin to roll it slowly in your hands, it reveals an entirely different expression.\n\nSigned wooden box (shohosanzan)\u003cbr\u003e\nRim 3.0cm x Body diameter 8.9cm x 8.6cm x Height 12.3cm, Capacity 330cc\n\nYuho Kaneshige was born as the third son of the Intangible Cultural Property holder Sozan Kaneshige.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe began studying ceramic techniques under his father, Sozan Kaneshige, 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 ceramics, such as tea bowls, water jars, and flower vases, as well as tableware.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn his tea bowls, which he particularly enjoys creating, he emphasizes the interior molding (mikomi), pursuing a balance between usability and the exterior form.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe has received the Sanyo Shimbun Prize at the Prefectural Exhibition, the Encouragement Prize at the Tea Ceremony Molding Exhibition, and the Tanko Biennale Encouragement Prize.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 2002, he received the Japan Ceramic Society Award, and in 2018, the Sanyo Shimbun Cultural Merit Award.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 2019, he was designated as a holder of Okayama Prefecture's Important Intangible Cultural Property.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe is also dedicated to his solo exhibitions, which are held at various locations both within and outside the prefecture.","brand":"金重有邦","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618084147297,"sku":"7118","price":198000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/7118.jpg?v=1790232247","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p7118","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}