Hagi wear 萩焼 - 山根清玩 Yamane Seigan - Cup - Ceramic - Colors Split Sake Cup

A refined sake cup (guinomi) by contemporary 萩焼 Hagi ware artist 山根清玩 Yamane Seigan, featuring his distinctive 'Colors Split' (カラーズ割) technique.

This piece exemplifies the sophisticated aesthetic of modern Hagi ceramics, where traditional firing methods meet contemporary artistic expression. The vessel showcases Yamane's masterful control of the high-temperature firing process that creates dramatic color variations and surface textures characteristic of his split-color technique.

The cup demonstrates the artist's deep understanding of Hagi ware traditions while incorporating his own innovative approach to surface treatment. Each piece is individually hand-formed, ensuring unique variations in the color splitting pattern that makes every work one-of-a-kind. The elevated foot (高台 takadai) design adds elegance to the form while providing comfortable handling during use.

Yamane's work represents the continuation of Hagi's centuries-old ceramic tradition into the contemporary era, where ancient techniques are reinterpreted through modern artistic sensibilities. The subtle interplay of earth tones and the organic quality of the surface create a meditative drinking experience that honors the Japanese tea ceremony aesthetic.

Size
Height: 7.2 cm
Width: 7.0 cm

Weight( with Tomobako): 272 g, cup: 195 g

Condition
Excellent condition, new and unused.

Artist Profile
Yamane Seigan is a contemporary Hagi ware ceramic artist known for his innovative color-splitting techniques that build upon traditional Hagi firing methods. His work bridges classical Japanese ceramic traditions with modern artistic expression, creating pieces that honor the past while speaking to contemporary sensibilities.

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