{"product_id":"p7593","title":"Bizen Scarlet Sake Cup","description":"This is a new Bizen \"Scarlet\" sake cup (guinomi) by Sohei Takashima, who made a spectacular debut after leaving the studio of Jun Isezaki and winning the Japan Ceramic Society’s Award for Excellence in Contemporary Ceramics.\u003cbr\u003e\nHaving studied under the fifth Living National Treasure for Bizen ware, Jun Isezaki, and established his own studio in Ushimado, Setouchi City, Mr. Takashima has challenged himself with a new firing method for this piece that incorporates a kerosene kiln.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAlthough it is titled \"Scarlet\" rather than the more common *hidasuki* (fire-cord), this ambitious piece succeeds in producing a rich, astringent scarlet hue by using both a wood-fired kiln and a kerosene kiln, demonstrating his ability to tackle ancient styles with cutting-edge knowledge, unbound by conventional concepts.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe core of this scarlet color is the finishing process in a kerosene kiln with strictly controlled temperatures; through repeated research, he has achieved a refined luster and deep, nuanced coloring.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nTo accentuate the seasoned appeal of the scarlet, the shape of each sake cup is uniquely designed, offering a curious sensation as if each piece were created by a different artist.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nA deeper *hidasuki* pattern is hidden within the rich scarlet clay, making this a piece you will want to enjoy slowly, appreciating the hidden fire-cords as you nurture the cup over time.\n\nSigned wooden box to follow (please note that it will take some time to ship).\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 6.3cm x 6.2cm x Height 5.5cm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSohei Takashima was born in Kushiro City, Hokkaido in 1991.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAfter graduating from the Department of Design at Dohto University in 2014, he began his apprenticeship under Jun Isezaki.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe is currently based in Ushimado, Setouchi City, Okayama Prefecture.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHis honors include the Okayama Prefectural Art Exhibition Encouragement Award, selection for the Tanabe Museum of Art’s \"Tea Form Exhibition,\" the Tobi-ten (Contemporary Ceramic Art Exhibition) Encouragement Award, selection for the Contemporary Tea Ceramics Exhibition, and the Japan Ceramic Society’s Award for Excellence in Contemporary Ceramics.","brand":"高島聡平","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618200801377,"sku":"7593","price":14300.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/7593.jpg?v=1790232953","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p7593","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}