Description
(Size) : Approx. Width 17 x Depth 17 x Height 6.5 cm / 6.69 x 6.69 x 2.55 inch
(Material) : Pottery
(Origin) : Made in Japan / Shigaraki yaki
(Condition) : Brand new
(Note) :
Bold soil and stone textures, and the flow and thickness of the glaze.
All of these give the piece a sense of weight both physically and in terms of texture.
Perhaps this is the power of unique Shigaraki pottery.
At first glance, the glaze appears to flow randomly,
but the pools and flows are a harmony of intent and nature, and the skill of the artisan.
Everything is done by hand by skilled craftsmen.
We create our pieces with the user in mind, carefully assessing the different atmosphere of the clay, temperature, and changes in the glaze each time.
What is Hechimon
The name is derived from the Shigaraki craftsman's word used to mean "a fancy thing".
Various shapes created by nature, and vessels with various expressions just like the individuality of each of us.
Rather than industrial products, it may be a feeling very close to agricultural products.
These vessels are made with a lot of playfulness and sincerity by experts who know the importance of [heterogeneity].
-Shigaraki ware-
Shigaraki ware is a pottery made in Shigaraki Town, Koka City, Shiga Prefecture. It is one of the six ancient kilns in Japan and is said to have a long history of more than 1200 years.
Shigaraki ware was designated as a traditional craft by the country in 1976.
It is a ceramic Shigaraki ware handed down untill today that is supported by a long history, culture and through traditional techniques.
One of the features, the surface of the vessel is rough and contains many fine stone grains. Along with the prosperity of the tea ceremony, it has been prized as a teaware.
Technology development corresponding to the demand was performed from the ease of processing, while leaving the unique “Wabi” and “Sabi” of Shigaraki ware, and pottery rooted in life has been made until today.
- Weight:
- 500.00 Grams
