{"product_id":"p7206","title":"Bizen Natural Nerikomi Tea Bowl","description":"This is a slightly earlier Bizen natural-kneaded (*shizen nerikomi*) tea bowl by Naoki Yokoyama, who was captivated by the mysteries of Bizen ware and studied under Fumio Kawabata.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nBased on the condition of the box and the style of the work, it is believed to have been created between the early and mid-Heisei period.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis work utilizes the \"natural-kneaded\" technique, in which the various components within the clay—which are normally mixed together during the refining process from the raw soil—are intentionally left unblended, resulting in a marble-like expression.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWhile the highlight of natural-kneaded pieces is a complex marbled pattern that resembles handmade Japanese paper, this particular work has transformed into a unique, slightly lustrous black hue due to the generous use of mountain soil.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAnother appeal of the natural-kneaded technique is that because the walls are built up while compressing the clay using the coil-stacking method, the highly dense clay takes on an intense presence, as if it were expanding through cellular division.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe form, which seems to integrate perfectly with the palm of one's hand—a testament to the artist's careful study of ancient ceramics and various tea wares—is also compelling; rather than simply displaying his master's techniques, the artist has firmly established an aesthetic suited to the natural-kneaded production method.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe finish, featuring only a unique gold-tinged orange *hidasuki* (fire cord) marking, is an excellent match for this piece, ensuring it does not appear cluttered, as the focus remains on the texture of the clay itself.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAlthough it is an earlier work, there are no stains or signs of use.\n\nSigned wooden box (shiho-san)\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 13.5cm × 13.5cm × Height 8.3cm\n\nNaoki Yokoyama was born in Osafune-cho, Setouchi City, Okayama Prefecture in 1970, the second son of Shusui Yokoyama.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nDeeply moved by the mystery of ceramics, he entered the Bizen Pottery Center in 1991 after graduating from high school.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1992, he became an apprentice to Fumio Kawabata, and after approximately four years of training, he established his independence in 1996.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 2000, he built a climbing kiln in Katakami, Bizen City, and became an independent artist.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nUsing the natural-kneaded technique he learned from his master, he creates flower vases, tea wares, sake vessels, and more.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe has received numerous selections for exhibitions, including the Tanabe Museum of Art’s \"Ceramics for Tea\" exhibition, the Okayama Prefectural Art Exhibition, the Japan Traditional Art Crafts Exhibition, and the Chugoku Branch Exhibition.","brand":"横山直樹","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618097844321,"sku":"7206","price":11000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/7206.jpg?v=1790232356","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p7206","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}