Height 5.0cm
Width 5.8cm
Depth 4.6cm
He is the leading person of Hagi ware known for “Kyuyukishiro” and is a Living National Treasure.
He continued to study the color development of white glaze, eventually perfecting a warm white like spring snow, which came to be called kyusetsu-shiro.
His life devoted to his craftsmanship, along with his works, has attracted the sympathy and respect of many people. The sparrow leaves a strong impression as a familiar creature.
However, although the sparrow in his work is small enough to fit in one hand, it is a refined work with the warmth of Hagi ware's clay and generously decorated with white snow.
With round eyes and a small head tilted, this cuteness softens the atmosphere when you take a look at it after burning incense.