Artistic ash-glazed tea bowl by Nishihata Tadashi

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

The Tamba Ash-Glazed Tea Bowl is characterized by its green natural glaze, making it one of the most complex and beautiful pieces of Tamba ware. This natural glaze is created by chance during the firing process, resulting in rich colors and patterns reminiscent of abstract paintings. The deep green glaze evokes natural elements such as moss and copper rust, evoking a quiet sense of awe in the viewer.

Complex and beautiful natural glaze

The natural glaze of the Tanba ash-glazed tea bowl is not simply green, but contains countless hidden expressions. 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 is captivating beyond words.

Harmony with nature

The natural glaze that spreads across the surface of the tea bowl, with its hues reminiscent of the green of moss and rusty copper, encapsulates 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 ash-glazed tea bowls are works that combine the outstanding technique and artistry of skilled artisans. They are crafted with the utmost care to maximize the beauty of the natural glaze. Their intricate construction and high-quality finish are proof that each and every one has been painstakingly crafted.

Creating a special moment

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

Lasting Value

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

The Tanba ash-glazed tea bowls by Nishibata Tadashi are supreme works of art that combine the beauty of nature with human skill. Their Zen-like beauty and meditative charm will make your tea ceremony experience even more special.

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