幅 15.5cm 口径 10.5cm 高さ 30.5㎝
Bizen Ware – Tall Flower Vase with Handles – “Goma” Natural Ash Glaze Style
We are pleased to introduce a handled flower vase from the Bizen ware tradition.
Bizen ware originates from the area around Bizen City in Okayama Prefecture. It is an unglazed, high-fired pottery created using oxidation firing methods, allowing the natural character of the clay to shine through.
Thanks to the properties of the clay, Bizen ware is said to keep water fresher for longer in flower vessels, thereby extending the life of the flowers. In tea cups, it is believed to mellow the flavor of water or tea.
This particular flower vase features the goma (sesame) effect—named for its resemblance to sesame seeds scattered on the surface. This occurs when ash from pine firewood used in the kiln adheres to the piece during firing, melting into a natural glaze that leaves distinctive ash markings.
Formed on a potter’s wheel using brown clay, the vase has been altered into a slightly squared shape. Subtle throwing marks (rokuro-me) remain visible on the surface, adding to its handmade appeal.
The piece displays areas of natural goma kiln effects, lending it a richly textured, rustic appearance.
Known as a nageire style vase, it is designed to accommodate flower arrangements easily—simply “tossed in” without complex preparation. The narrowed mouth helps to hold stems in place, making it user-friendly even for casual arrangements.
At the same time, this vessel is also favored by professional ikebana artists. It is both approachable for everyday use and suitable for sophisticated, high-level floral expression.
The subdued, wabi-sabi aesthetic of Bizen ware beautifully enhances the presence of flowers, especially traditional Japanese varieties, complementing nearly any arrangement.
This highly versatile piece can be used in both home settings and tea rooms alike.
Width: 15.5 cm Mouth Diameter: 10.5 cm Height: 30.5 cm
备前烧 投入式 带耳 花器(花瓶) 胡麻烧
这是一款来自备前烧的带耳花器的介绍。
备前烧是产自日本冈山县备前市一带的陶器,不使用任何釉药,通过“氧化焰烧成”工艺进行烧结,从而充分展现出陶土本身的质朴风味。
由于备前烧特有的土质特性,用作花器时据说能有效防止水质腐败,使花卉更持久;用于茶杯或茶具时,能使水或茶汤的口感更柔和。
这款花器采用了被称为“胡麻(ごま)”的烧成技法。
所谓胡麻烧,是指在烧制过程中,作为燃料的松木灰落在器物上并发生熔融,形成类似芝麻洒落般的自然釉斑效果。
本器以茶褐色陶土拉坯成型后,再经手工变形为略呈方形的造型,表面隐约可见拉坯旋纹。
局部呈现出胡麻烧成所带来的自然窑变,展现出极具情趣的风貌。
这件花器也被称为“投入式”,意味着可将花材直接插入使用,操作简便。
瓶口收束,便于插花,使用性极佳。
这既是一款适合专业插花老师使用的花器,也能展现高超插花技艺。
备前烧特有的古朴“侘寂”氛围,能够很好地衬托花卉之美,尤其适合各类日本和花。
是一款无论在家庭、还是在茶室中都能广泛使用的高实用性花器。
宽:15.5厘米 口径:10.5厘米 高度:30.5厘米