Fumio Kawabata (川端文男), Japanese, b.1948
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A Bizen Ware Sake Cup
Showa Era (1926-1989), Heisei Era (1989-2019) or Reiwa Era (2019-present)
About the work
This elegant Bizen ware sake cup by Fumio Kawabata embodies the traditional aesthetic of Bizen pottery. Featuring a distinctive "yōhen" (窯変) glaze, the cup reflects organic textures and deep earthy tones. The foot of the cup includes an abstract signature of the artist, further emphasizing its authenticity. Accompanied by a
tomobako (wooden storage box) signed by the artist and the artist’s biography, this sake cup is a timeless representation of Bizen craftsmanship.
Dimensions
6 cm x 4.4 cm
Footnote
Fumio Kawabata, a Yokohama native, uniquely contributes to Bizen pottery by incorporating his own distinct style. Awarded the Grand Prize at the Modern Tea Forms Exhibition at the Tanabe Museum of Art, he has also been honored with several prestigious recognitions, including the Japanese Traditional Craft Art Exhibition, Chunichi International Exhibition of Ceramic Arts, and Chanoyu Zokei
(Modern Tea Forms) Exhibition. His works are known for their distinctive creativity and fresh interpretations of Bizen aesthetics.