Nezumi Shino Saké Set by Suzuki Tomio

Description

Shino pottery was first fired during the Momoyama era (1568-1603) at kilns in Minō, and its appearance marked a dramatic shift in the evolution of Japanese ceramic art.  Its distinctive pinhole texture attracted the eyes of tea ceremony practitioners of the day who soon incorporated shino into the evolving art of chanoyu tea ceremony.

Hailing from Kyoto's Yawata District, Suzuki Tomio has reinvigorated the world of shino with his provocative clay creations of incredible tactile richness and creative energy, and this striking saké flask and matching pair of cups embody his pottery making philosophy in every way.  Lavish applications of feldspar, deep crackles and bold, energized brushwork create a landscape that is sure to attract the attention of envious guests.

Suzuki Tomio's shino pottery is held in private collections around the world and, in 2011, was acquired by the Philadelphia Museum of Art for display in their East Asian Art collection.

A wooden presentation box will be custom made to order and signed by the artist.  Delivery time for this item is 2 weeks.

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