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Auspicious Flower and Bird Sakazuki Flat Sake Cup

Prix de vente$386.00 USD

Description

This stunning sake cup features an enchanting flower-and-bird motif that captures the spirit of traditional Japanese sometsuke. Designed and hand-painted by master craftsman Yamamoto Choza, the interior is richly adorned with auspicious symbols drawn from nature. Every detail is rendered with such finesse, it invites a second, lingering look.

The porcelain base is formed using the katauchi technique, where a smooth layer of clay is placed over a mold and carefully shaped by hand with precise force to replicate the form. Through expert craftsmanship, the final product attains a thin and uniformly consistent appearance.

Upon first sight, the intricately detailed motifs—with their delicate contours and profound dimensionality—immediately capture attention. Each stroke is masterfully executed to enhance the cup’s refined Kutani form, merging traditional aesthetics with a contemporary elegance. As the glaze settles during firing, the once sharp details gently soften, imbuing the piece with a serene, almost otherworldly grace. 

What sets this cup apart is the seamless integration of structure and decoration: its graceful, footed silhouette creates the perfect stage for the intricate blue patterns, telling a unified, compelling story across the luminous porcelain canvas. This cup stands as a tribute to the artisan’s exceptional craftsmanship and deep respect for Japan’s cultural heritage, while also bringing a sophisticated allure to modern table settings.

Auspicious Flower and Bird Sakazuki Flat Sake Cup
Auspicious Flower and Bird Sakazuki Flat Sake Cup Prix de vente$386.00 USD
About Artist

Yamamoto Choza

Yamamoto Choza est réputé pour sa synthèse innovante entre élégance traditionnelle et créativité moderne dans la poterie bleue de Kutani, aussi appelée ai-Kutani. Fort de nombreuses années d'études rigoureuses et d'une technique raffinée, il transforme les formes classiques par un coup de pinceau délicat et une tension maîtrisée qui dévoile un récit artistique intemporel.

Inspiré par l'esthétique antique, son art céramique est imprégné de motifs de bon augure et d'une profonde résonance philosophique, créant des pièces en porcelaine qui honorent le patrimoine tout en engageant un public contemporain.

Yamamoto Choza

A Classicist of Sometsuke: Yamamoto Choza

Kutani ware craftsman Yamamoto Choza blends traditional techniques with current trends to craft sometsuke masterpieces.
A Classicist of Sometsuke: Yamamoto Choza