#31 Large Kokeshi Vessel Grilling to dusty and petrol-y

to dusty and petrol-y

perfect for an informal yet elegant table setting

An elegant platter in a simple black glaze that is accented with a rim in contrasting white

Designed in the 1940s from the original Coupe line

exposed clay rim makes it easy to handle and stack

#31 Large Kokeshi Vessel Grilling to dusty and petrol-yAkio Nukagas work explores the possibilities of how he leaves a trace of himself in clay. This piece features his signature Pleated Work technique of carving grooves into the wet clay after it is thrown on the wheel. The forminspired by traditional kokeshi dollsis accentuated by these grooves curving down the profile of the vessel creating movement and rhythm. After the first firing and before the second, he finishes the vessel by applying different