UTSUWA KOBAKO CUP
USD 120.00
Artist | Kaname Takeguchi
Material | Ceramic, Gold Sand
Origin | Japan
Dimensions | W11.5cm D8.5cm H7.5cm
Product Number | #0092
Artist Profile |
1994 Completed his studies in base firing, glazing, and wheeling at the Industrial Research Centre in Shiga Prefecture, then studied under Master Kenji Kishimoto for four years
1998 Joined Lakobo Co., Ltd. in Kyoto, involved in ceramic production and design
2004 Became independent, building his own atelier and kiln in Koka City, Shiga Prefecture
2014 Expanded the workshop to “Kotou Hemslöjd Village”
2023 Moved the workshop to Hyogo Prefecture
When we look at and touch his works, we often feel that they resemble Western-style tableware or European antiques rather than mere earthenware. Drawing on the influence of European antiques, he designs and creates pottery in shapes he considers easy to use and suitable for Japanese life. He surrounds himself with a variety of European and Japanese antiques in his daily life, often basing his creations on items he uses and sees every day, as well as on trips to view beautiful retro masterpieces.
What he considers important when creating his works is the warm texture unique to ceramics, while also evoking a sophisticated European form. He finds it interesting that he not only incorporates European antiques but also expresses the worldview he values through his art. His works predominantly feature ivory and dusty gold colours, with each piece exhibiting its own unique character. The ivory colour utilises a transparent glaze to highlight the natural colour of the clay, creating a shimmering surface reminiscent of the moment before waves recede, allowing water to soak into the sand. The dusty gold colour evokes rusted metal, using a glaze that becomes more lustrous with use. This creates a work that gives an antique feel, enabling the viewer to enjoy the evolving appearance as it ages.