Straw white glaze Nishidansho

Width: 24.2cm Depth: 17.6cm Height: 26.8cm

Straw white glaze made by Tadashi Nishihan

- A quiet strength created by the red of the clay and the white of the glaze

This piece, "Wara-Hakuyu Ware" by Nishibata Tadashi, is a beautifully harmonious piece of work that combines the neat rectangular shape with the rich expression of the straw-white glaze. It is smooth yet powerful, and simple yet full of deep artistry.

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Straw white glaze with a milky consistency

The straw white glaze applied to this piece is thick and soft, as if warm milk had been poured into it. Under the white glaze, black iron spots that appeared naturally during firing are scattered, creating a scene of movement amidst the stillness. In particular, the way the glaze flows slightly down along the gentle undulations of the surface exudes the charm of pottery that incorporates the coincidences of nature.

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A beautiful design that makes you want to touch it

The appeal of this piece lies in its palm-sized size and uniquely uneven surface. The fine grain of the glaze and the slight cracks that occurred during firing not only attract the viewer's attention, but also give off a presence that makes you want to touch it. In particular, there is a natural indentation on the top of the piece, and these undulations give the impression of a comfortable fit in your hand.

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The coexistence of boldness and delicacy

This straw white glaze ware is an exquisite combination of a simple, powerful linear shape and the delicate expression of the glaze. The red clay is exposed at the bottom as if it had been cut diagonally, creating a striking contrast with the white. This bold design gives the whole piece a sense of tension, while the smooth luster of the glaze adds a gentleness and warmth.

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The joy of watching with friends

Simply placing this piece in a corner of your tea room or living room has a presence that will change the atmosphere of the space. Gathering around this piece with friends and family and discussing its glaze and shape will bring a little artistic joy into your daily life. This is a masterpiece that can be enjoyed more as a small sculpture than as a piece of pottery.

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Craftsmanship and artistry

It takes a high level of skill and many years of experience to make the straw white glaze flow evenly and naturally. Each of Nishibata Tadashi's pieces is imbued with precise control and the sensibility to bring out the unique qualities of the glaze and clay to the fullest. They are truly works of art born from the fusion of the traditions of Tamba ware with a modern sensibility.

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Create a special moment

This straw white glaze ware is a piece that brings a "quiet time" to any space. The expression of the glaze changes completely when it is illuminated by morning light or indirect lighting at dusk. It will gently match the sensibilities and lifestyle of the user and enrich the space.

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Lasting Value

This straw white glaze ware, which deepens in texture over time, is not only loved for a long time, but also accumulates the memories and time of the user inside the vessel. The more you use it, the more familiar it becomes, and it will grow into a unique piece of work.

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This piece is a masterpiece that combines Nishibata Tadashi's outstanding technique and beautiful form. Modern yet somehow nostalgic, this piece will bring tranquil beauty to your life and become a companion that you can cherish for a long time.

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.
Solo Exhibition at Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi Main Store in 2018

A conversation with Masashi Nishibata