No. 101757287

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Cup - Ceramic - Black sculptural sake cup - Toru Ichikawa(市川透)(1973– )
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Cup - Ceramic - Black sculptural sake cup - Toru Ichikawa(市川透)(1973– )

Sake cup “R432” by Toru Ichikawa(市川透). Black glazed ceramic with a sharply cut, sculptural form and rough textured surface. The contrast between glossy black glaze and exposed clay creates a strong contemporary presence. Signed and accompanied by the original wooden box (tomobako), cloth and leaflet. Artist Profile Toru Ichikawa(市川透)(1973– ) is a contemporary Japanese ceramic artist known for bold sculptural forms and experimental firing techniques. His works often combine controlled glaze application with intentionally rugged clay textures, creating a powerful balance between structure and raw material expression. Condition Good. The cup is in good condition with no visible cracks or repairs. The wooden box shows minor wear, small stains and slight tape marks consistent with age. Shipping The item will be carefully packed and shipped from Japan with tracking. ※Important Information – Please Read Before Bidding※ Customs duties, VAT, and import clearance fees are not included in the shipping cost and are the responsibility of the buyer. These charges vary depending on your country’s import regulations and are beyond the seller’s control. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. All items are carefully packed and promptly shipped with tracking to ensure safe delivery. Please bid with confidence.

No. 101757287

No longer available
Cup - Ceramic - Black sculptural sake cup - Toru Ichikawa(市川透)(1973– )

Cup - Ceramic - Black sculptural sake cup - Toru Ichikawa(市川透)(1973– )

Sake cup “R432” by Toru Ichikawa(市川透).
Black glazed ceramic with a sharply cut, sculptural form and rough textured surface. The contrast between glossy black glaze and exposed clay creates a strong contemporary presence. Signed and accompanied by the original wooden box (tomobako), cloth and leaflet.

Artist Profile

Toru Ichikawa(市川透)(1973– ) is a contemporary Japanese ceramic artist known for bold sculptural forms and experimental firing techniques. His works often combine controlled glaze application with intentionally rugged clay textures, creating a powerful balance between structure and raw material expression.

Condition

Good. The cup is in good condition with no visible cracks or repairs. The wooden box shows minor wear, small stains and slight tape marks consistent with age.

Shipping

The item will be carefully packed and shipped from Japan with tracking.

※Important Information – Please Read Before Bidding※

Customs duties, VAT, and import clearance fees are not included in the shipping cost and are the responsibility of the buyer.
These charges vary depending on your country’s import regulations and are beyond the seller’s control.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

All items are carefully packed and promptly shipped with tracking to ensure safe delivery.

Please bid with confidence.

Bidding closed
Sandra Wong
Expert
Estimate  € 300 - € 380

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