Tanba ash-glazed tea bowl by Nishihata Tadashi

Height: 9.8cm Width: 12.0cm Depth: 12.0cm

The Tamba Haigyou Tea Bowl is characterized by its green natural glaze, and is one of the most complex and beautiful pieces of Tamba ware. This natural glaze is created by chance during the firing process, and shows rich colors and patterns that are reminiscent of abstract paintings. The green glaze has a deep hue that is reminiscent of natural elements such as moss and copper rust, and it quietly moves the viewer.

Complex and beautiful natural glaze

The natural glaze of the Tanba ash-glazed tea bowl is not simply green, but has countless expressions hidden within it. Subtle color gradations and patterns created by temperature changes during firing and the environment inside the kiln spread across the entire bowl. The complex expressions of this glaze are like an abstract painting painted by nature, and its beauty has a charm that goes beyond words.

Harmony with Nature

The natural glaze that spreads over the surface of the tea bowl has a hue reminiscent of the green of moss or the rust of copper, encapsulating the beauty of the natural world. The visual depth created by these hues brings a meditative sense of calm and serenity to the tea ceremony. The viewer can sense the natural scenery unfolding within the tea bowl and calm their mind.

Zen beauty

Tanba ash-glazed tea bowls have a beauty that evokes the spirit of Zen. The complex expression of the glaze evokes various associations in the viewer, offering a moment of deep meditation. Through this tea bowl, you will be able to feel a sense of unity with nature and the beauty of impermanence.

Craftsmanship and artistry

Tanba hai-glazed tea bowls are works that bring together the outstanding technique and artistry of skilled craftsmen. They are crafted with the utmost care to bring out the beauty of the natural glaze to the fullest. Their intricate workmanship and high-quality finish are proof that each and every one of them was painstakingly made.

Create a special moment

This Tanba ash-glazed tea bowl will make your tea ceremony even more special. The beautiful expression of the natural glaze brings a special atmosphere to your tea ceremony and gives you a comfortable sense of satisfaction. You will be captivated by its beauty and functionality every time you use it.

Lasting Value

Tanba ash-glazed tea bowls will retain their beauty even over time. The more you use them, the more their texture improves, and you will grow to love them more and more. They are sure to become a treasured item that you can use for a long time.

The Tanba hai-glazed tea bowl by Nishibata Masashi is a supreme work of art that combines the beauty of nature and human skill. Its Zen-like beauty and meditative charm will make your tea ceremony experience even more special.

Masashi Nishibata Biography

Born on February 24, 1948. Started making pottery in 1969. 1976. Hyogo Prefectural Exhibition Encouragement Award. 1986. Selected for the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition for the first time. 1988. Selected for the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition, Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition, Japan Crafts Association President's Award. 1989. Selected for the Japan Ceramic Art Exhibition, Handon no Kai, Nogawa Memorial Award. 1991. Selected for the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition, Selected for the Japan Ceramic Art Exhibition, Grand Prize at the Tea Ceremony Forms Exhibition. 1992. Selected for the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition, Tea Ceremony Forms Exhibition, Excellence Award, Hyogo Prefecture Emerging Artist Encouragement Award. Invited to exhibit at the NHK-sponsored Paris-Japanese Ceramics Now 100 Selections, Excellence Award at the Tea Ceremony Forms Exhibition. 1993. Selected for the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition, Solo Exhibition at Sogo Hiroshima Store, Kyoto Chemin. 1994. Selected for the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition, Solo Exhibition at Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi Main Store. 1995. Selected for the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition, Solo Exhibition at Sogo Hiroshima Store. 1996. Selected for the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition. Awarded the Excellence Award at the Tea Ceremony Art Exhibition, solo exhibition at Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi Main Store
1997 Encouragement Award at the Tea Ceremony Art Exhibition 1998 Selected for the Japanese Traditional Crafts Exhibition Solo exhibition at Mitsukoshi Nihonbashi Selected for the Japanese Traditional Crafts Exhibition 2000 Solo exhibition at Mitsukoshi Nihonbashi Solo exhibition at Mitsukoshi Fukuoka 2001 Selected for the Japanese Traditional Crafts Exhibition at Gallery Dojima 2002 Solo exhibition at Mitsukoshi Nihonbashi Solo exhibition at Gallery Dojima 2003 Solo exhibition at Santa Fe Touchingston, USA 2004 Father and son exhibition at Sogo Hiroshima store Grand Prize at the Tea Ceremony Art Exhibition 2005 Exhibited at Akashi City Museum of Culture and Hyogo Ceramics Exhibition Purchased Akadobedai, Hyogo Ceramic Art Museum Solo exhibition at Gallery Dojima Mitsukoshi Nihonbashi 2006 Grand Prize at the Tea Ceremony Art Exhibition Selected for the Japanese Traditional Crafts Exhibition at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston and the Japan Society Gallery of New York Solo exhibition at Takashimaya Yokohama Touchingston, USA Father and son exhibition at Takashimaya Matsuyama 2007 Toshun-kai Exhibition, Sogo Yokohama Encouragement Award at the Tea Ceremony Art Exhibition Selected for the Japanese Traditional Crafts Exhibition 2008 Selected for the Japanese Traditional Crafts Exhibition Solo Exhibition, Yokohama Takashimaya Mitsukoshi Main Store, Santa Fe, Touchingston, USA Toshun-kai Exhibition, Funabashi Seibu Sogo Hiroshima Invited to exhibit at the Japanese Ceramics Exhibition 2009 Solo Exhibition, Gallery Dojima, Sendai Mitsukoshi 2010 Sogo Kobe Exhibited at the Musee Tomo Grand Prize Exhibition, Contemporary Tea Solo Exhibition, Yokohama Takashimaya Touchingston, USA, Santa Fe, 2011 Invited to exhibit at the Japanese Ceramics Exhibition Solo Exhibition, Joan B. Marvis, New York, USA Invited to exhibit at the Japanese Ceramics Exhibition 2013 Exhibited at the Musee Tomo "Contemporary Famous Bowls" Solo Exhibition, Mitsukoshi Main Store, Santa Fe, USA Miyazaki Gallery, Sogo Kobe Chiba Sogo 2014 Solo Exhibition Solo Exhibition, Mitsukoshi Main Store, Santa Fe, USA 2015 Received the Hyogo Prefecture Cultural Award in 2016. Exhibited at Higashihiroshima City Museum of Art for Ceramics that Color Our Lives - Food Wares. Exhibited at Joan B. Marvis' 40th Anniversary Exhibition in 2017, New York, USA.
Solo Exhibition at Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi Main Store in 2018