Item Description: This exquisite sake cup exemplifies the mastery of contemporary Japanese ceramic art by Kimura Takashi. Crafted entirely by hand, this guinomi (sake cup) showcases the artist's signature technique of skillfully expressing light and shadow, movement and stillness through clay and glaze. The piece features a sophisticated ash glaze that creates natural variations in tone and texture across the surface. Kimura's distinctive approach combines carefully selected glaze combinations with a pouring technique that allows the glazes to flow organically across the form. The artist intentionally leaves portions of the fired clay unglazed, creating dramatic contrasts that heighten the visual impact of the work. This interplay between glazed and unglazed surfaces demonstrates the artist's deep understanding of material and firing processes. The resulting depth and character emerge from both calculated technique and serendipitous kiln effects, producing a piece that balances strength with refined beauty. The natural ash glaze exhibits subtle color shifts and textural variations that make each cup unique, while the exposed clay body provides grounding warmth and tactile interest. This guinomi is perfectly sized for enjoying sake in the traditional manner, with proportions that feel comfortable in the hand while displaying the full aesthetic qualities of the piece. The cup comes with a paulownia wood box (kiribako), traditional authentication for fine Japanese ceramics. As a functional art object, this sake cup transforms the ritual of drinking into an aesthetic experience, embodying the Japanese philosophy of finding beauty in everyday objects. The piece is suitable for both formal occasions and intimate gatherings, bringing artistic appreciation to the enjoyment of sake. Size Height: 6.5 cm Width: 6.5 cm Depth: 6.5 cm Weight: 115 g Condition New, unused condition. Comes with original paulownia wood box. Artist Profile Kimura Takashi (木村貴史) is a contemporary Japanese ceramic artist who masterfully expresses light and shadow, movement and stillness through clay and glaze. His work is characterized by sophisticated glaze combinations and a flowing application technique. By intentionally leaving portions of fired clay exposed, he creates dramatic contrasts that enhance the visual impact of each piece. The depth achieved through this balance of calculated technique and natural kiln effects results in works that combine strength with refined beauty. His pieces represent the continuation of Japanese ceramic traditions while bringing contemporary sensibility to functional art. NOITICE: The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx depend on the situation. It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping. I appreciate your cooperation.