Tamba straw white glaze tea bowl Nishihata Tadashi

Height: 10.2cm Width: 13.6cm Depth: 13.0cm

The Tanba straw-white glaze tea bowl is a piece that is characterized by its beautiful straw-white glaze, making a strong impression on the viewer. The thick texture of the straw-white glaze is like milk, and its smooth dripping gives the entire tea bowl a unique beauty.

Straw white glaze with a milky consistency

The straw-white glaze on this tea bowl is created by natural dripping during the firing process. Its texture is almost like milk, and makes the viewer want to touch it. The way the straw-white glaze flows smoothly over the surface of the tea bowl is visually very appealing, and you will find yourself captivated by its beauty.

A beautiful design that makes you want to touch it

The beauty of the shape of the Tanba straw white-glazed tea bowl is so fascinating that it makes the viewer want to touch it. The way the glaze drips is exquisite, and its precariousness adds a delicate quality to the piece. The flow of the glaze is born by chance, and the beauty of that moment spreads throughout the entire tea bowl.

The coexistence of boldness and delicacy

The shape of this tea bowl is bold, yet the delicacy of the white is in perfect harmony. Its bold shape makes the tea ceremony a special experience and leaves a strong impression on the viewer. Furthermore, the smooth flow of the straw white glaze enhances its presence with humor, and the beauty and joy felt when holding this tea bowl in one's hands is exceptional.

The joy of watching with friends

The beauty and unique appeal of the Tanba straw white glaze tea bowl makes it a piece you will want to appreciate with friends. By enjoying the tea ceremony with friends around this tea bowl at a tea ceremony, you can share a special moment. Its strong presence will provide a topic of conversation in any situation.

Craftsmanship and artistry

This Tanba straw-glazed tea bowl is a work that brings together the outstanding technique and artistry of Nishibata Tadashi. The technique of controlling the flow of the straw-glazed glaze and the firing technique to bring out its beauty to the fullest are the result of the craftsman's many years of experience and hard work. When you hold it in your hand, you will be able to feel both the tradition and innovation of Tanba ware at the same time.

Create a special moment

The Tanba straw white glaze tea bowl will make your tea ceremony even more special. The beautiful dripping of the straw white glaze and the dynamic shape of the bowl will bring a special atmosphere to your tea ceremony and provide a comfortable sense of satisfaction. You will be captivated by its beauty and functionality every time you use it.

Lasting Value

The Tanba straw white glaze tea bowl will retain its beauty even over time. The more you use it, the more its texture will improve, and you will grow to love it more and more. It is sure to become a treasured item that you can use for a long time.

This Tanba straw white glaze tea bowl is a supreme work of art that combines tradition and innovation. Its unique beauty and presence will make your tea ceremony experience even more special. You will also be able to enjoy its beauty with friends and gain even more joy and emotion.

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