Tetsuya Ozawa Cream large round Bowl 54

Dimensions: H 6 cm x W 24 cm 

Materials: Locally sourced black clay

Method: Hand-built with kofuki dusting technique

Care instructions: As all products are handmade, sizes and colour may vary slightly. Please note a distinct and traditional feature of these pieces is that oil and water may be absorbed slowly into the surface affecting the appearance of the vessels and plates over time. Though this may cause concern at first it is an inherent part of the artist’s work, and it is a part of Japanese culture to appreciate the ageing of objects over time. To minimise staining, the piece can be boiled in rice water and then rinsed and dried prior to use. Food safe. Dishwasher safe. Not suitable for microwaves, ovens or open flames.

This large round bowl is made from black clay from Tokomame, where Tetsuya Ozawa lives and works. Strong, yet light-weight, its simple form accentuates the piece's surface. Ozawa applies a traditional Japanese glaze, Chara, and uses ‘kofuki’, a dusting technique, to create his interesting uneven and organic surfaces which offer glimpses to the material underneath. Following the firing process, white soil is applied in a thin layer, enhancing the rough texture of the piece.