Tanba Tea Bowl by Takeshi Shimizu

Height: 12.4cm Width: 8.8cm

The beauty of the kiln transformation scenery

The kiln-change scenery that spreads across the entire tea bowl is a true work of art. The unique patterns and colors that are born during firing bring a rich expression to the surface of the tea bowl, capturing the hearts of those who see it. This kiln-change scenery allows you to fully experience the natural beauty and unique texture of Tamba ware. The kiln-change scenery created by Tsuyoshi Shimizu's hands is one of a kind, with no two pieces being the same.

Craftsmanship and artistry

Shimizu Tsuyoshi has used his many years of experience and outstanding technique to complete this tea bowl. The exquisite balance of various kiln-changing techniques, not limited to pine wood, gives this piece its unique beauty. The moment you pick it up, you will be impressed by its intricate craftsmanship and high-quality finish. Shimizu Tsuyoshi's masterful technique will make you realize the value of the tea bowl every time you use it.

Create a special moment

This tea bowl will make your tea ceremony even more special. The beautiful kiln-changed scenery brings a special atmosphere to the tea ceremony space and gives you a comfortable sense of satisfaction. You will be captivated by its beauty and functionality every time you use it. Tsuyoshi Shimizu's Tamba tea bowl will turn your tea ceremony time into a special experience.

Lasting Value

Tsuyoshi Shimizu's works continue to retain their beauty even over time. This Tamba tea bowl is also a masterpiece that can be used for a long time and will become a lifelong treasure. The more you use it, the more its texture will improve and you will gradually grow to love it more. Tsuyoshi Shimizu's Tamba tea bowl is a valuable piece that will continue to be loved by generations.

Biography
Born in Tachikui, Hyogo Prefecture in 1975
1999 Graduated from Kyoto City University of Arts, Department of Crafts, majoring in ceramics. Studied under ceramic artists Masayuki Imai and Masamasa
2005 Worked at the Museum of Ceramic Art, Hyogo (until 2012)
2010 - 2011 Part-time lecturer at Hyogo University of Teacher Education
2015: Travelled to Canada (Owata, Vancouver) through a Ministry of Foreign Affairs program
2019 Lecture at the Japan-Korea Academic Symposium (Gimhae Buncheong Ceramics Museum/Korea, '16)

Main Exhibitions/Public Exhibitions
2010 Biennale KUMAMOTO FINAL (Kumamoto Prefectural Museum of Art)
2012 Kyoto Prefecture Fine Arts and Crafts New Artists Exhibition, Kyoto Arts and Crafts Biennale (Kyoto Museum of Art)
2013: Selected for the 22nd Japan Ceramic Art Exhibition ('11)
2014 Gwangju Biennale (Gwangju Folk Museum/Korea)
2016 Exhibition of crafts from UCCN in the field of Crafts & Folk Art
(Icheon World Ceramic Center/Korea)
2017 Ischawan, One World: International Artists Chawan Ren Exhibition (Ryudo Makoto/Taiwan)
2018 2018 TEA BOWL Exhibition of Gyeongsanam-Do (Gyeongsanam Cultural Center/Korea)
150 Years of Hyogo Ceramics - From Technique and Craftsmanship to Art and Individuality (The Museum of Ceramic Art, Hyogo)
2019 KOGEI Art Fair KANAZAWA 2019 (THE SHARE HOTELS KUMU Kanazawa)
2022: Selected for the 39th Tea Ceremony Art Exhibition (Tabe Museum of Art/Shimane) (6 times in total)
Selected for the 10th Kikuchi Biennale in 2023 (Kikuchi Kanji Memorial Museum Tomo/Tokyo)

Awards
2010 Contemporary Ceramic Art Hagi Grand Prize Exhibition 2010 (Hagi Museum of Art, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Urakami Memorial Museum) Honorable Mention
2011 57th All Kansai Art Exhibition (Osaka Municipal Museum of Fine Arts) Honorable Mention (2009 same award)
Kobe Biennale 2011 Contemporary Ceramic Art Exhibition Encouragement Award (2009 same award)
2017 Hyogo Prefectural Art Encouragement Award
2018: 11th Contemporary Tea Ceremony Exhibition, Excellence Award 23rd Mino Tea Bowl Exhibition, Gold Award
2019 12th Contemporary Tea Ceramics Exhibition Excellence Award 5th Geibunkyo Exhibition Kyoto City Mayor Award
2023 15th Contemporary Tea Ceramics Exhibition Excellence Award