- Type
- Setoguro
- Details
- A Setoguro plate distinguished by its beautiful "kairagi" (crawling glaze) patterns.
- Materials
- Mogusa clay (rare clay)
- Size
- φ270mm
- Height
- 6 mm
- Weight
- About 1050g
- Texture
- The Setoguro plate stands out with its remarkable texture, highlighting the rare Oniita glaze used in its creation. It features a smooth and moist feel, characterized by its glossy surface that provides a comfortable grip, almost as if it adheres to the hand. The tactile sensation of holding this plate is both soothing and familiar, making it an exceptional piece.
Features of this piece
This Setoguro (瀬戸黒) plate carries the beautiful kairagi pattern for which the ware is prized. Its noble black drinks the light, evoking the depth and stillness of a night sky, while subtle nuances within the jet-black surface shift with the angle of view. Kairagi—the fine crackle formed as the glaze shrinks—adds to the pleasure of holding it. Simple yet noble, it lends elegance to the table, elevating a dish and bringing a quiet sophistication to the whole space—truly a work of art.
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Setoguro
One from one kiln
Setoguro is renowned for its captivating, deep black color. Achieving this beautiful black involves using a glaze made from Oniita (iron-rich clay) mixed with ash. The piece is fired at high temperatures and then removed from the kiln while still hot, followed by rapid cooling—a technique known as "hikidashi-guro." This process was employed over 450 years ago and produced the elusive "Setoguro" ware for only about 30 years in the world of tea. In the tea ceremony, Setoguro is revered for its unique aesthetic value within the Japanese principles of wabi-sabi. By extracting the piece from a kiln over 1,100 degrees Celsius and cooling it quickly, the piece transforms into a deep black while producing beautiful cracking sounds (kan-nyu) as it cools. Only up to three pieces can be fired in one kiln at a time, and achieving a satisfying black is extremely challenging. It is said that getting one satisfactory piece from a single kiln firing is considered a success.
Setoguro plate
In the past, black was considered a noble color. Setoguro has a captivating, deep black hue that enhances the presentation of food on the plate. How about using it for a special, vibrant main dish? Enjoy a memorable time with excellent food, fine sake, and a superb vessel. Additionally, as a decorative piece, a single Setoguro plate commands a strong presence, bringing an air of tranquility and gravity to any room.
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Care
Please wash by hand using a soft sponge or cloth when cleaning. Please refrain from using abrasive sponges for cleaning.
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