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, "Straw White Glaze Ware" by Tadashi Nishibata, is a beautifully harmonious piece, combining the neat rectangular shape with the rich expression of the straw white glaze. It is smooth yet powerful, and its simplicity is imbued with profound artistry.

Straw-white glaze with a milky consistency

The straw-white glaze applied to this piece is thick and soft, like pouring warm milk over it. Scattered beneath the white glaze are black iron spots that naturally appeared during firing, creating a scene of movement amidst the stillness. In particular, the way the glaze flows slightly along the gentle undulations of the surface exudes the unique charm of ceramics, which incorporates the coincidences of nature.

A beautiful design that makes you want to touch it

The appeal of this piece lies in its palm-sized size and uniquely textured 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 it a presence that makes you want to touch it. In particular, there is a natural indentation at the top of the piece, and these undulations give the impression of a comfortable fit in the hand.

The coexistence of boldness and delicacy

This straw-glazed ware exquisitely combines a simple, powerful, linear form with the delicate expression of the glaze. The red clay is exposed at the bottom, as if cut diagonally, creating a striking contrast with the white. This bold design gives the entire piece a sense of tension, while the smooth luster of the glaze adds a gentleness and warmth.

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 an exceptional piece that can be enjoyed more as a small sculpture than as a piece of pottery.

Craftsmanship and artistry

It takes a high level of skill and many years of experience to create a uniform, natural-flowing straw glaze. Each of Nishibata Tadashi's pieces is imbued with precise control and a sensitivity that brings out the unique characteristics of the glaze and clay to the fullest. These are truly works of art born from the fusion of Tamba ware tradition and modern sensibility.

Creating a special moment

This straw-glazed ware brings a sense of "quiet time" to any space. The expression of the glaze changes completely when illuminated by morning light or indirect lighting at dusk. It will gently blend in with the user's sensibilities and lifestyle, enriching any space.

Lasting Value

This straw-glazed 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 within the vessel. The more you use it, the more familiar you will become with it, and it will grow into a work of art that is uniquely yours.

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

Tadashi 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. Nogawa Memorial Award, Handon no Kai. 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. Excellence Award at the Tea Ceremony Forms Exhibition. Hyogo Prefecture Emerging Artist Encouragement Award. Invited to exhibit at the NHK-sponsored Paris - 100 Contemporary Japanese Ceramics Exhibition. 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 Design Exhibition, solo exhibition at Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi Main Store
1997 Encouragement Award at the Tea Ceremony Design Exhibition 1998 Selected for the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition Solo exhibition at Mitsukoshi Nihonbashi Main Store Selected for the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition 2000 Solo exhibition at Mitsukoshi Nihonbashi Main Store Solo exhibition at Mitsukoshi Fukuoka 2001 Selected for the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition 2002 Solo exhibition at Mitsukoshi Nihonbashi Main Store Solo exhibition at Gallery Dojima 2003 Solo exhibition at Touchingston, USA 2004 Grand Prize at the Tea Ceremony Design Exhibition at Sogo Hiroshima 2005 Exhibited at the Akashi City Museum of Culture and Hyogo Ceramics Exhibition Purchase of Akadobedai, Hyogo Ceramic Art Museum Solo exhibition at Gallery Dojima, Mitsukoshi Nihonbashi Main Store 2006 Grand Prize at the Tea Ceremony Design Exhibition Selected for the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston and the New York Japan Society Gallery Solo exhibition at Yokohama Takashimaya Touchingston, USA Father and Son Exhibition at Matsuyama Takashimaya Toshunkai Exhibition, Sogo Yokohama. Encouragement Award at the Tea Ceremony Art Exhibition. Selected for the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition in 2008. Selected for the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition. Solo Exhibition, Yokohama Takashimaya, Mitsukoshi Nihombashi, Santa Fe, Touchingston, USA. Toshunkai Exhibition, Funabashi, Seibu, Sogo Hiroshima. Invited to the Japanese Ceramics Exhibition in 2009. Solo Exhibition, Gallery Dojima, Sendai Mitsukoshi, 2010. Sogo Kobe. Exhibited in the Musee Tomo Grand Prize Exhibition, Contemporary Tea. Solo Exhibition, Yokohama Takashimaya, Touchingston, USA. Invited to the Japanese Ceramics Exhibition. Solo Exhibition, Joan B. Marvis, New York, USA. Invited to the Japanese Ceramics Exhibition in 2013. Exhibited in the "Contemporary Famous Bowls" exhibition at the Musee Tomo, Kanmi Kikuchi Memorial. Solo Exhibition, Mitsukoshi Nihombashi, Santa Fe, Touchingston, USA. Gallery Miyazaki, Sogo Kobe, Chiba Sogo, 2014. Solo Exhibition, Mitsukoshi Nihombashi, 2015. Received the Hyogo Prefecture Cultural Award in 2016. Exhibited at Higashihiroshima City Museum of Art for "Ceramics that Color Our Lives - Food Ware" Exhibited at Joan B. Marvis' 40th Anniversary Exhibition in 2017.
2018 Solo Exhibition at Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi Main Store

A conversation with Tadashi Nishibata