26295 Hiro Anjiki Basara Cup

Height: 6.8 cm
Diameter: 6.3 cm

Hiro Anjiki was born in Shimane Prefecture in 1948. After dropping out of Musashino Art University's oil painting department, he traveled extensively throughout Japan and to over 25 countries worldwide.

His major awards and activities include:

1987: Grand Prize at the Tabe Museum Tea Ceremony Art Exhibition
1996: Encouragement Award at the Tabe Museum Tea Ceremony Art Exhibition; Special Award at the Tanko Biennale
2005: Held a solo exhibition and tea ceremony in India, and his work was acquired by the Metropolitan Museum of Art

About "Basara"

"Basara" is a term referring to the social trends and cultural fashions of medieval Japan, specifically during the Northern and Southern Courts period. It describes extravagant attire, flamboyant and unrestrained behavior that defies common sense, or the state of such. It can also refer to rare and exotic objects. True to its name, this work is one of his representative series, featuring a bold design with glossy checkered patterns and striking colors.