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No. 8048
Kuro Yunomi
¥4,400
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Description
This is a Kuro Yunomi by Masao Akiya, who studied under Jun Isezaki, the fifth Living National Treasure of Bizen ware, and creates highly original works with a fresh and distinctive spirit.
This piece was newly fired in February 2026.
It was made using the Kuro-Bizen technique inherited from his master, Jun Isezaki, and the black surface is especially attractive, combining a deep luster with a warm tone.
A special clay collected in areas such as Osafune, near Bizen City, is applied to the surface after being blended with a small amount of cobalt, producing a stylish and deeply expressive black finish.
The piece was formed using the Shinogi technique, in which the clay is first shaped thickly and then carved away with a spatula. The resulting form is especially appealing, pursuing both sculptural interest and visual impact.
The evenly spaced tool marks, carved to a consistent depth, complete its solid and refined appearance, while further emphasizing the fire pattern that resembles blue flames flickering in the darkness.
He was born in Saitama Prefecture in 1968.
He became a disciple of Jun Isezaki in 1998.
He built his own kiln in 2008 and became independent as a ceramic artist.
This piece was newly fired in February 2026.
It was made using the Kuro-Bizen technique inherited from his master, Jun Isezaki, and the black surface is especially attractive, combining a deep luster with a warm tone.
A special clay collected in areas such as Osafune, near Bizen City, is applied to the surface after being blended with a small amount of cobalt, producing a stylish and deeply expressive black finish.
The piece was formed using the Shinogi technique, in which the clay is first shaped thickly and then carved away with a spatula. The resulting form is especially appealing, pursuing both sculptural interest and visual impact.
The evenly spaced tool marks, carved to a consistent depth, complete its solid and refined appearance, while further emphasizing the fire pattern that resembles blue flames flickering in the darkness.
He was born in Saitama Prefecture in 1968.
He became a disciple of Jun Isezaki in 1998.
He built his own kiln in 2008 and became independent as a ceramic artist.
Details
- Pottery Type
- Tea cup / Beer mug
- Dimensions
- W7.2cm × D7.1cm × H9.3cm
About the Artist
He was born in Saitama Prefecture in 1968.
He became a disciple of Jun Isezaki in 1998.
He made a kiln in 2008 and became independent as a ceramic artist.
He became a disciple of Jun Isezaki in 1998.
He made a kiln in 2008 and became independent as a ceramic artist.