{"title":"Sumire Akita","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorn in Kanagawa Prefecture in 1995\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGraduated from Musashino Art University, Ceramics Department in 2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApprenticed under Masahiro Takehana in 2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecame independent and built a kiln in 2022-23\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e◆\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAkita's works have a strong consistency in their presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are delicate, intricate, and even ephemeral, with a romantic quality that evokes a longing for the past. Rather than merely imitating old Karatsu ware, the designs intertwine with exceptional taste, creating a sense of effortless design. The strength of presence felt when viewing a single piece is, in fact, consistent throughout all of the works when viewed as a whole, with no contradictions whatsoever.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"101-絵唐津豆手付杯","title":"05 E-Karatsu Hiramagyu Small","description":"\u003cp\u003eSumire Akita's works are delicate, elaborate, and ephemeral, yet they also evoke a romanticism that harks back to the past. Rather than merely imitating old Karatsu ware, her works showcase a masterful intertwining of designs with exceptional taste, creating a satisfying aesthetic. The powerful presence felt in each individual piece, when viewed as a whole, reveals a consistent and unwavering integrity throughout, with no contradictions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiameter: approx. 7.5cm \/ Height: approx. 5cm\u003cbr\u003eAs these are handmade pieces, there may be individual differences in glaze, color, and size.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*Colors may vary slightly from the actual product depending on your monitor or browser.\u003cbr\u003e*Some pieces may show wheel marks, hand marks, glaze pooling marks, cracks (surface cracks) created during the production process, and small chips. These are intentional features that are characteristic of Akita-san's work, so please enjoy them as the unique personality of each piece. They do not pose any problems in use. Returns or exchanges will not be accepted for these reasons.\u003cbr\u003e*After use, please wash off dirt promptly and dry thoroughly.\u003cbr\u003e*Not microwave, oven, or dishwasher safe.\u003cbr\u003e*We do not accept any returns or refunds. We appreciate your understanding before making a purchase.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSumire Akita Brief Biography\u003cbr\u003e1995 Born in Kanagawa Prefecture\u003cbr\u003e2018 Graduated from Musashino Art University, Ceramics Major\u003cbr\u003e2018 Studied under Masahiro Takehana\u003cbr\u003e2022-23 Independent\/Built kiln\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"秋田菫 \/ Sumire Akita","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50003880345877,"sku":null,"price":6600.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0518\/9124\/1110\/files\/260707_FFT1471.jpg?v=1783420943"},{"product_id":"105-白瓷蓋物","title":"White porcelain flat lidded vessel","description":"\u003cp\u003eSumire Akita's works are delicate, intricate, and somewhat ephemeral, yet they also evoke a romantic sense of revisiting the past. By reinterpreting old Karatsu ware from a contemporary perspective, she creates pieces that seem to extract the core of its rustic beauty. While retaining the dignified atmosphere of old Karatsu, her works achieve a sharp and modern finish. The strong sense of presence felt in each individual piece is consistently maintained throughout all her works when viewed collectively, with no contradictions whatsoever.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiameter: Approximately 10.5cm \/ Height: Approximately 6cm\u003cbr\u003eAs these are artisanal works, there may be individual differences in glaze, color, and size.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*Colors may vary slightly from the actual product depending on your monitor or browser.\u003cbr\u003e*Some pieces may show wheel marks, hand marks, glaze pooling, cracks (surface crazing) formed during the production process, or small chips. These are intentional features left as part of Ms. Akita's artistic style, so please enjoy the unique character of each piece. They do not affect usability. Returns or exchanges based on the above reasons are not accepted.\u003cbr\u003e*After use, please clean promptly and dry thoroughly.\u003cbr\u003e*Not suitable for oven, microwave, or dishwasher.\u003cbr\u003e*Returns and refunds are not accepted under any circumstances. Please understand this before making a purchase.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSumire Akita Brief Biography\u003cbr\u003e1995 Born in Kanagawa Prefecture\u003cbr\u003e2018 Graduated from Musashino Art University, Ceramics Department\u003cbr\u003e2018 Studied under Masahiro Takehana\u003cbr\u003e2022-23 Independent \/ Built own kiln\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"秋田菫 \/ Sumire Akita","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50003881787669,"sku":null,"price":9350.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0518\/9124\/1110\/files\/260707_FFT1507.jpg?v=1783420977"},{"product_id":"101-絵唐津豆手付杯b","title":"05 E-Karatsu Hiramagyu Small","description":"\u003cp\u003eSumire Akita's works are delicate, elaborate, and ephemeral, yet they also evoke a romanticism that harks back to the past. Rather than merely imitating old Karatsu ware, her works showcase a masterful intertwining of designs with exceptional taste, creating a satisfying aesthetic. The powerful presence felt in each individual piece, when viewed as a whole, reveals a consistent and unwavering integrity throughout, with no contradictions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiameter: approx. 7.5cm \/ Height: approx. 5cm\u003cbr\u003eAs these are handmade pieces, there may be individual differences in glaze, color, and size.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*Colors may vary slightly from the actual product depending on your monitor or browser.\u003cbr\u003e*Some pieces may show wheel marks, hand marks, glaze pooling marks, cracks (surface cracks) created during the production process, and small chips. These are intentional features that are characteristic of Akita-san's work, so please enjoy them as the unique personality of each piece. They do not pose any problems in use. Returns or exchanges will not be accepted for these reasons.\u003cbr\u003e*After use, please wash off dirt promptly and dry thoroughly.\u003cbr\u003e*Not microwave, oven, or dishwasher safe.\u003cbr\u003e*We do not accept any returns or refunds. 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