Bowl tea by Yasushi Fujihira

Width 13.5cm x 13.5cm Height 8cm

The "tea bowl" by Yasushi Fujihira is a poetic and artistic piece that stands out with its vivid and deep cinnabar pattern. The reddish purple and blue-purple blend exquisitely, creating a captivating combination of splendor and serenity that captivates the viewer. This tea bowl is more than just a practical item; it is a work of art that combines the beautiful colors of nature with the delicate technique of a ceramic artist.

The mysterious colors created by cinnabar

The most distinctive feature of this tea bowl is the cinnabar pattern, a blend of reddish purple and blue-purple. This color, born from a chemical reaction in the glaze, is the result of Mr. Fujihira's skilled technique and keen sensibility, and it is a special pattern that can never be reproduced twice.

Reddish purple symbolizes passion and vitality, while blue-purple evokes a sense of serenity and mystery. The blend of these two colors creates a rich palette reminiscent of the ever-changing expressions of the sky and water in nature. Because the bowl shows different expressions depending on the angle and the way the light hits it, you can enjoy making new discoveries over and over again with just one tea bowl.

A soft form created by hand without using a potter's wheel

Yasushi Fujihira's tea bowls are hand-formed without using a potter's wheel. This hand-forming technique creates slight distortions and subtle curves, giving the bowls a natural beauty. This gives the impression that the bowls are both "made" and "born."

Another appealing feature of this piece is how comfortable it feels in the hand. The center of gravity has been carefully calculated, and the smooth texture gives the user a natural sense of security. This tea bowl will create a special moment even when used daily.

The poetry and passion of cinnabar

The deep reddish-purple and blue-purple tones of the cinnabar pattern evoke a sense of cosmic expanse and the greatness of nature. This pattern goes beyond mere color expression and seems to reflect the ceramicist's feelings and respect for nature.

Not only is this tea bowl practical as a tea ceremony implement, but it also excels as an interior decoration and work of art, adding warmth and elegance to any space. At the same time, its serene appearance blends in with any setting and emanates a quiet presence.

Nei Fujihira, who inherits tradition while pioneering new forms of expression

Born as the son of ceramic artist Shin Fujihira, Nei has established his own unique style that incorporates a modern aesthetic, while still cherishing the tradition of "poetic ceramics" he inherited from his father. This tea bowl beautifully combines the sensibility and techniques he inherited from his father with Nei's own free and innovative expression.

By combining the beauty of cinnabar, with its intertwining reddish purple and blue purple, with hand-twisting techniques that do not require a potter's wheel, we have created works that beautifully blend tradition and innovation.

A masterpiece that condenses the art of cinnabar

The "Tea Bowl by Nei Fujihira" is a piece that combines the beautiful reddish-purple and blue-purple patterns of cinnabar, the natural form created by hand-twisting, and Nei Fujihira's sensibility and technique. This piece, which captures poetry and passion in the quiet material of pottery, will bring new discoveries and emotions to the user.

This tea bowl can be used as a tea ceremony utensil, and will also add a high level of artistic quality to any space simply by being displayed. Please enjoy the profound world of ceramics expressed by Yasushi Fujihira.

A conversation with Mr. Yasushi Fujihira