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Murasaki Tsuyukusamon Yunomi(紫露草文六角湯呑)
This is the Arita ware crafted by SHOMURA, Ken (庄村健).
One day flower that blooms early in the morning and withers in the afternoon.
The cup was transformed into hexagonal shape by hand after tuning the potter's wheel.
He engraved spiderworts design and embedded paints in it.
Signature on the base may change.
Height : 11.5 cm
Diameter : 8.5 cm
He is awarded the Medal with Yellow Ribbon by being recognized for contribution to the ceramic art group. Based on the Arita ware tradition, he made the layers of glaze softer and brighter.