{"product_id":"p7576","title":"Bizen Sake Cup","description":"This is a slightly earlier Bizen sake cup (guinomi) by Masashiro Aiga, an artist who creates works that are uncompromising and full of character.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis piece was created several years ago.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIt allows you to enjoy the earthen colors and firing effects that can only be achieved by an artist like Mr. Aiga, who specializes in the firing process among the many Bizen ceramicists.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nRarely does the term \"disregarding profitability\" suit a piece so well at first glance; this is one of only two finished sake cups that survived his thorough firing process until they met his exacting standards.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWhile the rim is covered with a beautiful, thick yellow sesame glaze (kigo-ma), the most striking feature is the subtle tonal variation in the interior caused by repeated firings, which evokes the charm of antique Bizen. The incredible \"moist yet dry\" texture of the surface is truly captivating.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe surface, where natural ash glaze has been fired to its limit, resembles Irabo ware, with layers of mustard-colored sesame glaze built up over a pale, bluish-tinged natural glaze.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn terms of form, it features the very large, bold cup shape characteristic of Mr. Aiga, making it a piece that invites you to put aside formalities and enjoy your sake in a hearty, carefree way.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is an unused item that has been carefully stored since its initial purchase.\n\nSigned wooden box (shiho-san)\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 10.2cm x 9.6cm x Height 4.1cm\n\nMasashiro Aiga was born in Hiroshima Prefecture in 1972.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe graduated from the Okayama Prefectural Bizen Pottery Center in 1997.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 2003, he built a fully underground anagama (tunnel kiln) in Sabo.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe following year, he built his second, semi-underground anagama and continues to dedicate himself to his craft.","brand":"相賀真志郎","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618198835297,"sku":"7576","price":12100.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/7576.jpg?v=1790232928","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p7576","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}