{"product_id":"p7506","title":"Bizen Ibe Yunomi","description":"This is a new Bizen Ibe-yaki yunomi (tea cup) fresh from the kiln by Mamoru Taku, a self-confessed and widely recognized clay enthusiast who continues his endless journey of research.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis latest work was just fired in October 2024, and it is a piece in the style known as \"Ibe-te,\" created by applying a clay with a different composition to the surface of the body.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nTaku-sensei arranges his kiln with careful consideration for the flow of fire during firing, and this tea cup was positioned to face the flames head-on.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAs a result, on the front of the piece, the natural glaze transitioned into scorched \"sesame\" (goma) markings, while the Ibe-te clay coating underwent a transformation that produced a pale, light blue \"blue kiln-transmutation\" (ao-yohen).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nFurthermore, the intense flames enveloped the body of the cup, successfully creating a unique texture where mustard-colored yellow \"sesame\" markings mingle with the blue kiln-transmutation.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe form, built using the coil method to tighten the clay, is incredibly powerful, possessing a presence and dynamism reminiscent of an antique Bizen water jar.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nBy significantly reducing the amount of applied clay around the foot and waist, the artist has cleverly allowed the innate characteristics of the base clay to emerge, enabling one to enjoy the foot in a manner similar to \"tsuchi-mise\" (revealing the raw clay).\n\nNo box included (*a paulownia wood box can be crafted separately)\nDiameter 8.6cm × 8.5cm × Height 8.1cm\n\nMamoru Taku was born in Okayama Prefecture in 1952.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe studied the fundamentals of pottery at the Bizen Pottery Center, and from 1980, he refined his skills as an apprentice to Takaaki Kimura.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1983, he built a climbing kiln in the then-town of Saeki, Wake District, and fired his first kiln in November to debut as an independent artist.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1998, he relocated his studio to Takebe-cho and constructed a semi-underground anagama kiln.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecializing in the research of clay, he creates a wide range of works including sake vessels, vases, and tea utensils, with a primary focus on \"hidasuki\" (fire-cord) patterns.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHis works have been selected numerous times for exhibitions such as the Japan Traditional Kogei Exhibition, the China International Ceramics Exhibition, the Asahi Ceramic Art Exhibition, and the Issuikai Ceramic Art Exhibition.","brand":"多久 守","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618185171041,"sku":"7506","price":6380.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/7506.jpg?v=1790232818","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p7506","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}