{"product_id":"p7513","title":"Ibe Guinomi","description":"This is a freshly fired Ibe sake cup by Yuho Kaneshige, a potter who, despite being part of the Kaneshige lineage, constantly questions himself and creates his work as an individual artisan.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is the latest work, fired in November 2024.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIt was created using a newly designed \"tsuchigama\" (earth kiln)—an anagama kiln made entirely of clay without the use of firebricks—representing a fusion of the Kaneshige firing technique with this unique kiln.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Bizen region experienced heavy rainfall this past autumn, and for this firing, the *mose* (moisture within the kiln) worked remarkably well, resulting in many pieces that beautifully harmonize rich ash-covered *yohen* (kiln transformation) with vivid scarlet hues.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe *nuke* (uncovered area) on the front and the *mikomi* (interior) display a profound scarlet color achieved through the use of the finest *tatsuchi* clay, showcasing a magnificent, unique coloration that appears to glow from the very core of the clay.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe hue and texture of the ash-covered *yohen* are of the high quality characteristic of Yuho-sensei; the beautiful gray surface, combined with meticulous finishing, creates an exquisite feel that invites one to polish it with sake endlessly.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIts texture is so soft and gentle against the fingers that, with eyes closed, few would likely identify it as an ash-covered *yohen* piece.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe rim is thin and elegantly tapered, while the body from the waist to the foot is slightly thicker—a form balance that perfectly embodies the Sozan-ism, crafted with the sophistication of a tea bowl for an outstanding feel in the hand.\n\nSigned wooden box to be provided later (please note that due to various circumstances, it will take approximately one month to complete the paulownia box).\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 6.3cm × 6.2cm × Height 6.3cm\n\nYuho Kaneshige was born as the third son of the Intangible Cultural Property holder Sozan Kaneshige.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe began learning pottery techniques under his father, Sozan Kaneshige, in 1975.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe became independent in 1980 and held his first solo exhibition in Okayama.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCurrently, he focuses on tea ceramics such as tea bowls, water jars, and flower vases, as well as tableware.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn particular, he emphasizes the interior structure (*mikomi*) of his tea bowls, pursuing a harmony between ease of use and exterior form.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe has received the Sanyo Shimbun Award at the Prefectural Exhibition, the Encouragement Award at the Exhibition of Tea Ceremony Ceramics, and the Tanko Biennale Encouragement Award, among others.\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 an Okayama Prefectural Important Intangible Cultural Property.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe is also dedicated to his solo exhibitions, which are held in various locations both within and outside the prefecture.","brand":"金重有邦","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618186350689,"sku":"7513","price":55000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/7513.jpg?v=1790232829","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p7513","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}