Tetsuya Ozawa Cream Vessel 14

Dimensions: H 23cm x W 26cm x D 26cm

Materials: Black Clay, sourced locally to the artist's hometown, Tokomame.

Method:  The body of this elegant vessel is made from black clay, sourced locally to Ozawa in his home town, Tokomame. A traditional Japanese glaze is then applied, Chara, and 'kofuki', a dusting technique, to create his interesting and uneven surfaces. Following the firing process, white soil is applied in a thin layer, enhancing the rough texture of the piece.

Care: This piece is functional, however, 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 over time. This is an inherent part of the artist’s work. Hand wash after use.

Description:

A beautifully refined vessel by Tetsuya Ozawa. The sloped form inspires curiosity as the dimensional depth is built upon by the layering technique applied to the piece's exterior. The surface reveals a collection of markings, each unique, offering glimpses to the material underneath. This contrast in earthly textures compliments the blended colouring in the smooth interior, suggesting secrecy and balance. 

The organic texture and form demonstrate Ozawa's skill and signature style - forming timeless, statement pieces, each one-of-a-kind. His designs are created in a way that leave them open to interpretation, each individual able to personalise the piece's character, their purpose and use.  

About the Artist

Tetsuya Ozawa lives in Tokomame, Aichi Prefecture, an ancient centre of ceramic production. Ozawa works with black clay from Tokomame, but combines it with the traditional glaze, Chara, to create his unique style which is comparable to abstract drawing. The organic texture of his designs is enhanced by the application of white soil and results in the ‘imperfect’ appearance that Ozawa desires and which allows his ceramics to continually evolve through daily use.