- Type
- Shino
- Details
- A flower vase characterized by the soft colors typical of Shino.
- Materials
- Mogusa clay (rare clay)
- Size
- φ150mm
- Height
- 210 mm
- Weight
- 1550g
- Texture
- The fiery red areas highlight the distinct texture of Mogusa clay, offering a warm, hand-adhering feel. The black iron areas are cool and slightly rough to the touch.
Features of this piece
The top part features a soft grayish Shino color unique to Nezumi Shino (鼠志野). Within it, the delicate harmony of red iron and fire color reflects the natural changes in appearance. The bottom part reveals a milky white Shino, maintaining the overall harmony with its gentle color. The pattern created by the red iron and fire color in the top part evokes the changes in the evening sky and autumn trees, while the milky white bottom part suggests the softness of a spring morning mist. This work reflects the natural appearance and its changes, enhancing its beauty by arranging flowers. The Shino (志野) hanaire (花入) brings tranquility and elegance to the space, captivating viewers with its presence.
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Shino
The moment of change
Shino is an elusive vessel that was created for only a brief period in the tea world over 450 years ago. It was fired in large kilns and anagama kilns from the late 16th century to the early 17th century. The charm of Shino lies in its characteristic appearance of a snow-white surface, created by using feldspar, with a subtle, warm fire color visible within it. Bringing out this beautiful color is extremely difficult due to the need for strong reduction firing, where the kiln temperature does not easily rise, necessitating constant temperature adjustments day and night. The kiln firing lasts for more than seven days, conducted under extremely harsh conditions, requiring careful attention. The outcome varies significantly with the seasons and climate, demanding a level of delicacy that allows for no moment of inattention. The color of Shino leaves an impression like "the soil seen after the snow melts" or "a beautiful sunset formed by clouds and the setting sun." Capturing and expressing the fleeting natural beauty without any preconceived ideas or intentions, Shino continues to captivate people's hearts, both now and in the past.
Shino Hanaire - With a Presence Like an Art Object
The Shino flower vase has a striking presence even when displayed on its own. When flowers are arranged in it, the beauty of nature is further enhanced, evoking the charm of flowers blooming in the wild. Rain falls on the mountains, forms rivers, and flows into the sea. This cycle of nature has continued from ancient times to the present. The Shino flower vases made by Kato Takaya with rare Mogusa clay capture and express these transformations of Japanese nature as an emotional landscape.
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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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