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Akari Karugane 'Pitcher' (32)

£230.00

Dimensions: H 10cm x D 14cm

Materials: Porcelain

Method: Hand-building, wheel-throwing and mold techniques

 

Description:

This porcelain katakuchi features a soft white glaze along the interior and rim, set against earthy tones and a gently textured surface. The spouted lip, a defining feature of this traditional Japanese form, adds a practical yet understated detail. Originally used for serving sake, the katakuchi now serves a variety of purposes, from pouring liquids to presenting small dishes with elegance.

About the Artist

Akari Karugane is a ceramic artist based in Tajimi City, a region renowned for its Mino ware tradition. A graduate of Musashino Art University and the Tajimi City Ceramics Design Institute, Karugane creates expressive forms that convey the warmth and strength of clay. Her work draws from natural textures and ancient objects, embracing the organic shifts that occur during the firing process. With a nuanced approach that merges hand-building, wheel-throwing, and mold-making, her vessels and sculptural pieces embody a timeless aesthetic shaped by imperfection and transformation.


Akari Karugane 'Pitcher' (32)

£230.00

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