Kiyooka Komori Noboribetsu glazed pottery mug (white)

Nobunaga's Potter-Kiyooka Kodo Glazed Pottery Mug This work uses an off-white glaze. Small black spots containing iron in the soil are shaped to give a unique appearance to nature, resulting in a natural contrast effect. The inner and outer sides of the cup are respectively coated with glazes, especially the free-colored color gradient is painted on the edge of the cup. The mouth of the cup slightly stretches out, making it smoother to use. The cup is shaped vertically and neatly. The square-shaped handle is unique and individual for this work. When you actually hold it, you can feel the comfortable feel brought by the square-shaped handle and the smooth smooth matte texture, which is both simple and functional. works. Utensil that lasts 1200 years-Shin-Yaki The famous pottery town, Noborimachi, is located in the south of Shiga Prefecture. It is a plateau at an altitude of about 300 meters. The natural clay here has excellent texture and contains fire-resistant properties, which is a development advantage of Shin-yaki. Since ancient times, it has been widely known as the origin of ceramics. Originating from ancient methods, we have created various firing technologies and glazing methods for different needs. With continuous improvement and innovation, we have developed a unique spirit in the ceramics industry. In terms of transportation, the communication road between the West and the East China Sea is not far from Kyoto and Nara in the center of the tea ceremony. It was recognized as a traditional craft in 1976 and is one of the six ancient kilns in Japan. One of the best-known lucky tanuki "TANUKI" is a symbol of the prosperity of the business. The "Xiaxiangyuanxi" of the raccoon letter Xin is the most classic style of "buying little monk" with a raccoon cat wearing a bucket, tilting his head, holding a wine bottle in his right hand and a book in his left hand. Kiyooka Kodo He specialized in ceramic art while studying at Osaka University of the Arts. The graduate student of Shiga Prefectural Ceramic Art graduated from the ceramics design and production post and then established his own portal. The pottery craftsmanship that uses the fire-resistant and malleable Shin-Emu clay and then glazes it, combined with the distinctive contour features, subverts the traditional impression of Shin-Eki. Compatible works have also received very high ratings. Since then, he has been active in the industry as a representative of one of the potters, and is highly anticipated. / Size / Approximately 8.5cm in diameter and approximately 7cm in height This series of works are hand-fired, and the size and appearance will be slightly different. Stay tuned for the charm of pottery and the individuality of each work. / Material / Glazed pottery / Use and precautions / Pottery is water-absorptive. Food stored in pottery or immersed in water for a long time without being washed may cause mold growth or odor generation. / Origin / Japan