{"title":"二階堂 明弘 Akihiro Nikaido","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorn in 1977 in Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan. Akihiro Nikaido graduated from the Ceramics Department of Bunka Gakuin Art College in 1999 and established his independent practice in Tochigi Prefecture in 2001. After working in Mashiko, he relocated to Shuzenji, Izu, Shizuoka Prefecture, in 2019, where he continues his practice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNikaido creates works distinguished by his unique techniques and sculptural sensibility, including unglazed, high-fired ceramics that reveal the natural character of clay and his signature \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSabi-ki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e series, known for its metal-like surfaces. His works combine delicate, thin-walled forms with a sense of strength, balancing the functionality of vessels with a sculptural presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCentral to his practice is the concept of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ekeinen bika\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—the idea that objects develop a deeper beauty through use and the passage of time. Through this philosophy, he explores the possibilities of ceramics as both functional objects for everyday life and forms of artistic expression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 2010, Nikaido founded \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTou-ISM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, an initiative aimed at fostering connections among emerging ceramic artists. Alongside his activities in Japan, he has exhibited extensively internationally, including in New York, Paris, London, Taiwan, and Hong Kong, contributing to the global appreciation of contemporary Japanese ceramics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"二階堂明弘-花器","title":"Akihiro Nikaido \/ “Gyokkaku” Large Bowl","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiameter (φ) 420mm × Height (h) 160mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA large bowl from Akihiro Nikaido’s “Gyokkaku” series.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pale grayish-white surface, covered in a delicate network of fine cracks, contrasts with the deep, glossy black glaze. Its intricate texture evokes the surface of weathered stone, while the irregular black markings create a rich and expressive composition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe thin, graceful form expands outward from the center toward a generously open rim. Combining delicacy with strength, its refined silhouette possesses both the functionality of a vessel and the sculptural presence of an art object.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA distinctive work in which the natural expressions of clay and glaze harmonize with Nikaido’s sophisticated sense of form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"二階堂明弘","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68640889995545,"sku":"AkNi-2611-0001","price":200000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"二階堂明弘-焼締-手捻り-花器","title":"Akihiro Nikaido \/ hand-built \"Yakishime\" Vase","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiameter (φ) 230mm × Height (h) 200mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA hand-built Yakishime vase by Akihiro Nikaido.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe unglazed surface reveals the natural color and texture of the clay itself. Subtle irregularities and traces of the artist’s hands create a richly textured appearance reminiscent of weathered stone and objects shaped by the passage of time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpanding dramatically from a narrow base, the distinctive silhouette balances strength and delicacy. The gentle irregularities of the hand-built form emphasize its organic, sculptural beauty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite its substantial appearance, the piece possesses an unexpected sense of lightness. Its character transforms when arranged with flowers, yet even on its own, it stands as a compelling sculptural object.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"二階堂明弘","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68653998899481,"sku":"AkNi-2611-0002","price":50000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"二階堂明弘-玉殻-花器","title":"Akihiro Nikaido \/ “Gyokkaku” Vase","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiameter (φ) 230mm × Height (h) 270mm Opening diameter 10mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA vase from Akihiro Nikaido’s “Gyokkaku” series.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pale grayish-white surface, covered in a delicate network of fine cracks, contrasts with the deep, glossy black glaze. 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