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Koju Tenmoku Sake Cup

Prix de vente$483.00 USD

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A glaze in constant motion, shifting with infinite possibilities. The Koju Tenmoku Sake Cup is a striking display of tenmoku’s untamed beauty—patterns unfurl like bursts of energy, pooling into jewel-like formations that seem to glow from within. Named by master ceramicist Dobuchi Yoshiaki as an original creation, Koju combines ko (tiger) and ju (jewel) to reflect both the wild, unpredictable nature of the glaze and the deep, radiant orbs that emerge in the firing, reminiscent of a tiger’s piercing gaze or the shimmer of a precious stone.

Embracing the unpredictability of tenmoku, Dobuchi’s dedicated research into this classical glaze has led to original and unexpected discoveries. By layering the glaze two or three times, he allows complex reactions to unfold within the heat of the kiln, creating intricate, organic patterns. No two pieces are ever alike, as the glaze transforms unpredictably—streaks of ivory streak across rich amber depths, punctuated by gleaming, glassy pools.

The history of tenmoku dates back over 800 years to a single kiln during the Southern Song dynasty in China, where it was revered for its rich, reflective depth. But tenmoku is a glaze of transformation—one that emerges suddenly, never fully within the potter’s control. Even after centuries of study, its most breathtaking variations appear unexpectedly, shaped by the delicate balance of heat, oxygen, and mineral reactions in the kiln.

A sake cup both fierce and mesmerizing, Koju captures a fleeting moment of alchemy, where fire, minerals, and chance converge in perfect harmony.

About Artist

Yoshiaki Dobuchi

Dobuchi Yoshiaki, le chef de quatrième génération du Touan de Kyoto, est spécialisé dans tenmoku : une technique ancestrale longtemps prisée en céramique pour sa profondeur et sa complexité. Le Tenmoku a inspiré des générations de potiers avec sa finition réfléchissante, son émail noir éclatant et ses motifs complexes. Le travail de Dobuchi reflète à la fois maîtrise technique et vision artistique, chaque pièce s'ancrant dans le passé tout en construisant un avenir créatif et nouveau.

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