{"product_id":"p7523","title":"Bizen sake cup","description":"This is a brand-new Bizen sake cup, freshly fired by Makoto Nakamura, a master renowned for his sake vessels and tableware and the eldest son of the legendary Bizen pottery master, Rokuro Nakamura.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis latest work was just removed from the kiln in October 2024.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAs expected of a master kiln technician who received direct tutelage from Michiaki Kaneshige, this sake cup features captivating kiln-change (yohen) effects and scarlet coloring achieved through exquisite temperature control.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe piece was fired thoroughly while buried in the embers at the back of the kiln, resulting in a combination of faintly glistening ash-covered kiln changes and the dry, textured \"kase-goma\" sesame glaze characteristic of the Nakamura family.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe \"nuke\" (clear space) on the front is fired to perfection, and the soft, fluffy scarlet hue seems to beg to be moistened with sake.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nFurthermore, the nuke within the kase-goma on the side displays an even more intense scarlet, while the interior shows a pale, gold-tinged scarlet hue.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWith its clearly defined outlines, the exquisite scarlet achieved by precise firing, and the dull sheen of the ash glaze, this is a highly accomplished piece that offers the charm of wood-fired kiln changes from every angle.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWhile Makoto Nakamura's recent sake cups have tended to become smaller in size, this piece features a dynamic, bold form reminiscent of Rokuro Nakamura's work, possessing an impressive presence.\n\nSigned wooden box (shiho-san)\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 7.8cm × 7.7cm × Height 4.7cm\n\nMakoto Nakamura was born in Bizen City, Okayama Prefecture, in 1949 as the eldest son of Rokuro Nakamura.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nStarting in 1971, he learned the fundamentals of Bizen ware under his father, Rokuro, and honed his skills in everything from clay preparation to artistic production.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nTo study the art of kiln firing as practiced by Toyo Kaneshige, he assisted Michiaki Kaneshige with his kiln firings for 10 years, receiving his mentorship.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe later became independent in 1975.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nToday, he produces a wide range of works, focusing primarily on sake vessels but including flower vases and tableware.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe holds frequent solo exhibitions across Japan, including in Tokyo, Okayama, and Nagoya, and also holds duo exhibitions with his son, Kazuki Nakamura.","brand":"中村 真","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618189463649,"sku":"7523","price":20000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/7523.jpg?v=1790232846","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p7523","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}