{"product_id":"p7280","title":"Bizen Sake Cup","description":"This is a Bizen sake cup, an earlier work by Makoto Nakamura, renowned for his sake and tableware, and the eldest son of the legendary Bizen master Rokuro Nakamura.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is an exceptional piece that features the Nakamura family's signature vibrant scarlet hue, with a masterful arrangement that brings together \"kase-goma\" (dry, crusty ash glaze) and \"yohen\" (kiln transformation) effects.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nOne side of the piece, extending into the interior, was buried in embers and fired intensely, resulting in a raised, grayish ash-covered kiln transformation.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe other side transitions into a patchwork-like display of kase-goma, with a moss-green surface where the ash glaze and clay body meld together, while the foot displays a scarlet color reminiscent of ripe fruit.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAbove all, the beauty lies in the ability to enjoy two distinct types of scarlet; one can compare the vibrant scarlet of the kase-goma side with the more subdued scarlet of the kiln-transformed side while enjoying a drink.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWhile Makoto’s recent sake cups have trended toward smaller sizes, this piece features a bold, powerful form reminiscent of Rokuro Nakamura.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is an unused piece that has been carefully stored since its purchase.\n\nSigned wooden box (shiho-san)\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter: 9.0cm x 8.4cm, Height: 3.8cm\n\nMakoto Nakamura was born in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture, in 1949 as the eldest son of Rokuro Nakamura.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1971, he began learning the fundamentals of Bizen ware under his father, Rokuro, honing his skills in everything from clay preparation to production techniques.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nFurthermore, to master kiln firing in the tradition of Toyo Kaneshige, he spent 10 years assisting Michiaki Kaneshige, receiving his tutelage.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe established his own kiln in 1975.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nToday, he produces a wide range of works, focusing primarily on sake vessels, but also including flower vases and tableware.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe actively holds solo exhibitions across the country in cities such as Tokyo, Okayama, and Nagoya, and has also held joint exhibitions with his son, Kazuki Nakamura.","brand":"中村 真","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618112163937,"sku":"7280","price":14300.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/7280.jpg?v=1790232472","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p7280","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}