Two patches of deep green glaze sit on a base color like withered grass. A sake cup from the Kusa no Atama kiln. This piece is by Sokei Aoyama (son of Reizo Aoyama), a holder of the intangible cultural property of Tajimi City. I often went to Reizo Aoyama's solo exhibitions at Isetan, and naturally, I began to acquire works by his son as well. It's slightly smaller than what you'd call a "guinomi" (sake cup) and has a delicate texture; it's slightly larger than an "ochoko" (small sake cup), a subtle size. Some color has entered the crackle, giving it character. There are about three "nyu" (cracks) from the rim. Diameter: Approximately 6cm Height: Approximately 4.3cm