{"product_id":"p7688","title":"Bizen tea bowl","description":"This Bizen tea bowl is an earlier work by Mamoru Taku, a man widely recognized as a soil enthusiast who continues his endless journey of research.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is a tea bowl of the type known as \"Ibe-de,\" in which the surface is coated with a clay composition different from that of the body.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe coating clay reacts sensitively to the \"goma\" (ash glaze), creating the austere, withered aesthetic characteristic of Ibe-de, with vibrant yellow ash and two types of black clay surfaces that are deeply evocative.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe front of the piece was fired face-down in the kiln, resulting in a matte, lusterless texture that is beautifully reminiscent of well-worn ironware.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nConversely, the interior features a subtle sheen where the natural glaze meets the applied clay, showcasing a rich, dark clay body that will beautifully complement the green of tea.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWith its form designed to fit the contours of the palm and a weight that feels lighter than its substantial appearance suggests, this bowl is highly recommended even for those new to Bizen ware.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAlthough it is an earlier work, it is free of stains or signs of use.\n\nSigned wooden box (shiho-san)\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter 12.0cm x 11.8cm, Height 8.7cm\n\nMamoru Taku was born in Okayama Prefecture in 1952.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe studied the fundamentals of pottery at the Bizen Ceramic Center and honed his skills under Takaaki Kimura starting in 1980.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1983, he built an ascending kiln in the former Saeki-cho, Wake-gun, and launched his career as an independent artist with his first kiln firing in November of that year.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1998, he relocated his studio to Takebe-cho and built a semi-underground anagama (tunnel kiln).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecializing in the study of clay, he creates a wide range of works including sake vessels, vases, and tea utensils, with a primary focus on \"hidasuki\" (fire-cord) techniques.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHis work has been selected for numerous exhibitions, including the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition, the China International Ceramic Exhibition, the Asahi Ceramic Exhibition, and the Issuikai Ceramic Exhibition.","brand":"多久 守","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46618204405857,"sku":"7688","price":16500.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9916\/8865\/files\/7688.jpg?v=1790233104","url":"https:\/\/tourakuen.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/p7688","provider":"川口陶楽苑","version":"1.0","type":"link"}