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No. 7883
Bizen Wan
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Description
This is a new Bizen bowl by Yoshiteru Takariki, who studied under Sozan Kaneshige and Yuhou Kaneshige.
It is a very recent work, freshly taken from the kiln in September 2025 (Reiwa 7).
For this bowl, Takariki used a higher proportion of yamatsuchi (mountain clay). Its matte surface, containing many small stones, offers a fascinating character quite different from that of tatsuchi (field clay).
The firing also makes the most of the toughness typical of mountain clay. On the outer surface, one side shows a grey ash-deposited kiln effect often called namako-hada, while inside the bowl a vivid hiiro (scarlet) spreads beautifully—each side offering its own visual pleasure.
The underlying clay tone is a rich, deep shiso color, brought out by the use of high-quality clay, and the bowl reveals different expressions while in use and even after being washed.
Compared to his earlier works, this piece is made in a simpler form with thinner walls. It retains the durability for which Bizen ware is known while becoming lighter and more comfortable to use.
Designed as an all-purpose “Bizen bowl,” it has a tea-bowl-like form without a foot, allowing it to be used freely for many purposes. It is a wonderful example of Takariki’s skills, reflecting his strong passion for the study of tea ceramics.
Born in Hyogo Prefecture in 1970.
Became a disciple of Sozan Kaneshige in 1989.
After the death of Sozan Kaneshige, he became a disciple of Yuhou Kaneshige.
Became independent as a ceramic artist in 1996.
It is a very recent work, freshly taken from the kiln in September 2025 (Reiwa 7).
For this bowl, Takariki used a higher proportion of yamatsuchi (mountain clay). Its matte surface, containing many small stones, offers a fascinating character quite different from that of tatsuchi (field clay).
The firing also makes the most of the toughness typical of mountain clay. On the outer surface, one side shows a grey ash-deposited kiln effect often called namako-hada, while inside the bowl a vivid hiiro (scarlet) spreads beautifully—each side offering its own visual pleasure.
The underlying clay tone is a rich, deep shiso color, brought out by the use of high-quality clay, and the bowl reveals different expressions while in use and even after being washed.
Compared to his earlier works, this piece is made in a simpler form with thinner walls. It retains the durability for which Bizen ware is known while becoming lighter and more comfortable to use.
Designed as an all-purpose “Bizen bowl,” it has a tea-bowl-like form without a foot, allowing it to be used freely for many purposes. It is a wonderful example of Takariki’s skills, reflecting his strong passion for the study of tea ceramics.
Born in Hyogo Prefecture in 1970.
Became a disciple of Sozan Kaneshige in 1989.
After the death of Sozan Kaneshige, he became a disciple of Yuhou Kaneshige.
Became independent as a ceramic artist in 1996.
Details
- Pottery Type
- Tableware
- Dimensions
- W11.5cm × D11.3cm × H7.5cm
About the Artist
He was born in Hyogo Prefecture in 1970.
He became a disciple of Sozan Kaneshige since 1989.
After the death of Sozan Kaneshige, he became a disciple of Yuhou Kaneshige.
He became independent as a ceramic artist in 1996.
He became a disciple of Sozan Kaneshige since 1989.
After the death of Sozan Kaneshige, he became a disciple of Yuhou Kaneshige.
He became independent as a ceramic artist in 1996.