Sake cup (guinomi) c. early 21th century

This small sake cup (guinomi), crafted by the contemporary Japanese ceramicist Nishihata Tadashi, exemplifies the traditional techniques of Japanese pottery. The cup’s delicate, bowl-shaped form is rendered in earthenware with a distinctive textured surface. The cup's simple design and earthy hues, typical of traditional Japanese ceramics, provide a tactile and aesthetic experience for the drinker. Nishihata Tadashi, born in 1948, is known for his mastery of ceramics, making this guinomi a treasured piece of Japanese craft.