25968 Nishioka Koju Black Karatsu Tea Bowl NISHIOKA Koju

Height 9.0cm
Diameter 12.6cm

Nishioka Koju is an extremely talented potter who has devoted himself to the reproduction of old Karatsu and has been active in a wide range of fields, including research into the Six Ancient Kilns. Nishioka is the closest thing to being named a Living National Treasure in the history of modern Japanese pottery, but he has also been called an uncrowned genius for his unwavering dedication to his own pottery and research. The "Kuro Karatsu" in this piece refers to pieces that are black to brownish in color due to the balance of the glaze ingredients. Within the black color there are complex shades of brownish and yellowish brown, and Kuro Karatsu is characterized by its deep color tones that cannot be simply described as "black."
This work also has a rich brown color that gives it warmth and depth, and you can feel its mature flavor. This is a masterpiece that combines exquisite scenery with a magnificent style.