Kentaro Kawabata (川端健太郎), Japanese, b. 1976

A Sake Cup

Heisei Era (1989-2019) or Reiwa Era (2019-present)

About the work

A stunning handmade sake cup by Kentaro Kawabata, featuring an expressive glaze pattern of red, brown, and white hues that lend a dynamic quality to the piece. This sake cup showcases Kawabata's creativity and technical expertise, blending traditional ceramic techniques with a modern aesthetic. The organic form and vivid colors make this cup a perfect addition to any collection, serving as both a functional item and a piece of art.

Included are a tomobako (wooden storage box) signed by the artist, a protective cloth, and an informational leaflet, ensuring the authenticity and collectible value of this artwork.

Dimensions

4cm(h) x 8.5cm(w) x 8cm(d)

Footnote

Kentaro Kawabata is an accomplished modern ceramic artist born in 1976 in Saitama Prefecture, Japan. He graduated from the Tokyo Designer Insititute’s Ceramics Department and continued his studies at Tajimi City Pottery Design and Technical Center. Kawabata has received numerous accolades for his work, including the Grand Prize at the Oribe-no-kokoro Ceramic Exhibition in 2001, and the Paramita Museum Ceramic Grand Prize in 2007. His ceramics are celebrated for their innovative glazes and forms that challenge conventional aesthetics, making each piece both a celebration of craftsmanship and a bold artistic statement.