perspectives
Description
In this charming tea ceremony bowl by Ikai Yūichi, we can see the influence of his mentor, the late Uichi Shimizu (1926-2004), whose exemplary work in iron and ash glazes garnered him the title of Living National Treasure in 1985.
The bowl is done in Ikai's signature hakuyūsai - a simple glaze made from a natural rice straw ash which is applied over an iron-rich slip. While in the kiln, gravity guides the molten ash toward the center of the bowl to reveal hints of the darker underlayer. The end result is an icy panorama of some distant, snow covered tundra. When filled with the verdant color of whipped matcha green tea, the wintry microcosm becomes complete and is truly a sight to behold.
A wooden presentation box will be custom made to order and signed by the artist. Delivery time for this item is 2 weeks.
A fukusa display cloth is included.
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| in | cm | lbs | g | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| diameter | 4.7" | 12.0 | ||
| height | 3.7" | 9.3 | ||
| weight | 1.32 | 600 |
