The Ancient Art of Raku
Raku is a porous clay fired in a kiln at around 1800 degrees and then placed in a container with an organic combustible material such as straw or newspaper.Heating and cooling alternate and result in pieces of original Raku pottery.
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Chojiro began this Japanese ceramic tradition in the late 16th Century. It has lasted in his family through 15 generations to the present day.
Chojiro's first Raku creation was a ceremonial tea bowl that was hand-formed rather than thrown on a wheel. This process allows more of the artist's spirit to enter each piece.
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