Shiro Shimizu / Yasakado Fuki-urushi Chawan (Tea Bowl made of Yasaka Clay with Wiped Lacquer Finish)

Number: C02428

Artist: Shiro Shimizu
Area: Shiga
Material: Ceramic
Size: Approx. Φ112 × H92 mm

Shiro Shimizu maintains his kiln at the foot of Mount Horai, near the shores of Lake Biwa.
Guided by his motto of digging his own clay rather than purchasing it, his work ranges from traditional tea tools to contemporary sculptural objects.
Each piece possesses a raw, compelling expression that feels as though it were dictated by the earth itself.

The presence of this piece evokes a sense of quiet strength, born from the fusion of fire and earth.
Its exterior, a somber black reminiscent of metal, contrasts with an interior of deep, rusted iron-like textures, creating a singular worldview.
The bowl’s upright, straightforward form allows the raw power of the clay to be felt directly when cradled in both hands.
It is a piece that serves as a daily reminder of the fascinating, primordial nature of earth as a medium.

Due to the handcrafted nature of these pieces, there may be individual variations in size, shape, glaze application, and color.
The actual product may differ slightly from the photographs.

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