Hidasuki Wind Chime
Cradled in simplicity, this wind chime boasts a circular form, its clapper mirroring the shape of a coin. As the Echizen washi paper flutters in a soft breeze, the stoneware clapper sings a tune warm and tender. Not only does the wind bell provide a refreshing visual appeal, but it also doubles as a stylish interior decor.
The coarse texture, exquisite colors and patterns known as hidasuki are created by wrapping each item in straw and placing it in the kiln with a cover called a saya, and fired in a place away from direct heat. Light brown throughout and scarlet in the areas where the straw is wrapped, the contrast between the colors makes hidasuki one of the popular styles of Bizen ware.
Each firing produces a different pattern, making each piece a unique work of art.
