{"product_id":"clad-in-light-swirls","title":"Clad in Light Swirls","description":"\u003cp\u003eClad in Light Guinomi Swirls by Seto ware artist Taruta Hiroshi is a piece defined by quiet refinement. Its smooth celadon glaze lends the \u003cem\u003eguinomi\u003c\/em\u003e sake cup a subtle elegance and a light, balanced feel. Taruta employs the linear \u003cem\u003ehotarude\u003c\/em\u003e technique, carving thin diagonal slits across the surface. When light falls upon it, soft shadows gather along these lines, as if light itself were gently draped over the form, evoking the natural, fluid fall of woven fabric. The result is a vessel that conveys a distinctly Japanese sense of understated elegance and poise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe technique known as hotarude—literally “firefly technique”—traditionally involves carving intricate openings in porcelain and coating them with a translucent glaze. This allows light to pass through the vessel while maintaining a seamless surface, creating points of illumination reminiscent of fireflies glimmering in a silk-dark night. Though hotarude cut-outs are typically circular, Taruta specializes in linear carvings, bringing his own unique artistic vision to the form.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond the intricacy of the carving, the glaze plays an essential role in shaping its luminous character. Taruta began working with the glaze during his apprenticeship and continued to refine its formulation by carefully adjusting glaze composition and firing conditions, achieving a balance of color and translucency. The porcelain glows softly while preserving the clarity of the carved lines.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece naturally invites the hand, encouraging a moment of close attention. As it is turned, shifting light glides across its contours, revealing layers of soft sheen and bringing its textures and flowing curves into view.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hiroshi Taruta","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46396641345725,"sku":"TART0005","price":424.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0553\/0461\/8173\/files\/260309_TART0005_SUZ.-24.jpg?v=1773797343","url":"https:\/\/musubikiln.com\/products\/clad-in-light-swirls","provider":"MUSUBI KILN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}