Artist Jun Fujiwara Square Plate Black and White

Jun Fujiwara's "Square Plate, Sumi-Shiro" is an oval-shaped piece that combines the tradition of Shigaraki ware with modern design. The Sumi-Shiro glaze has a unique color scheme with a white base and black ink added, and the slightly complex gray color and crazing give you a sense of the joy of pottery. This color scheme harmonizes with a variety of dishes and table settings, both Japanese and Western, and creates an elegant dining table.

This plate also features an edgy, striking form that complements a variety of dishes, both Japanese and Western. The size is perfect as a single plate, main dish, or share plate, and it is versatile enough to be used for salads, pasta, and other dishes, beautifully enhancing the presentation of food.

The Sumishiro series is highly regarded for its simple yet deep colors and functional design, and Jun Fujiwara's stylish plates are loved by many fans as items that add a high-quality atmosphere to everyday dining tables.

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Fujiwara Jun - Japanese tableware that combines the beauty of Shigaraki ware with Fujiwara Blue

Jun Fujiwara was born in Shigaraki-cho, Koka City, Shiga Prefecture in 1979, and continues to work as a potter as the fourth generation of Kosendo, a pottery company that has been continued by his great-grandfather. In 1998, he graduated from the large-scale wheel-throwing course at the Shigaraki Ceramic Technology Testing Center, and in 2013 was certified as a Shigaraki ware traditional craftsman. He has held solo and group exhibitions both in Japan and overseas, and has attracted many fans with his unique worldview and high level of technique.

Characteristics of Jun Fujiwara's Works

Fujiwara Jun's works have a unique charm that you will never forget once you see them. They are characterized by their dynamic form that draws the viewer in and their deep, mysterious blue color. The blue glaze reflects the light and creates a delicate gradation, spreading a beauty that seems to capture the natural lake or sky. His works are the epitome of the phrase "good to look at and good to use." His "vessels," which combine practicality and beauty, have captured the hearts of many fans.
The "Sumishiro Square Plate" is a Japanese tableware that combines the traditions of Shigaraki ware with the unique sensibility of Jun Fujiwara, and is sure to be an excellent item that will come in handy in a variety of everyday situations.