Tokoname teapot of pear skin clay with kiln mutation effects.
- Ceramics
- Presented in 2015
- H 9.2 x W 11.6 x D 10.5 cm
- Sold Out
| Category | Ceramics |
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| Year Presented | 2015 |
| Dimensions | H 9.2 x W 11.6 x D 10.5 cm |
| Exhibition | The 62nd Japan Traditional Kōgei Exhibition |
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Klin effects
Kiln effects (yōhen) is a term that describes a wide variety of spontaneous expressions produced by the interaction of the kiln atmosphere and the surface of the vessel during firing, including oxidation and reduction effects. The cracks, flashing patterns, and natural ash glaze effects on unglazed wares such as Bizen and Shigaraki are famous examples of kiln effects.
Fugetsu Murakoshi
I work with vermilion clay, rich in iron and used for Tokoname ware, and by changing the amount of ingredients mixed into the clay I create a profound depth on the work surface. For shaping I mainly use the pottery wheel and finish works so as to leave a touch of the wheel. When firing, I create reddish brown earthenware with oxidized firing, and I also use reduced firing to make teapots with the mogake technique (wrapping the clay teapot with algae). I also create ceramics with carbonized black, or with two colors, black and red, which spontaneously fuse during firing.