Sazameku Matcha Bowl

This matcha bowl features bold overglaze painting and reflects the refined artistry and delicate craftsmanship distinctive to Kutani ware. The silver sheen of the platinum glaze evokes the soft murmur of waves, while the glassy luster—characteristic of Kutani overglaze enamels—brings the surface to life with quiet radiance. Formed entirely by hand without the use of a pottery wheel, the bowl’s sculptural contours retain a rugged, natural texture reminiscent of rocky terrain. 

At the same time, the silky feel of the glaze and the delicate, lace-like wave patterns impart an organic softness. The gradation of white and green glazes appears to capture a fleeting moment—waves gently rising and falling across a tranquil sea. The overglaze decoration is composed of layered indigo blue, white, and platinum, applied in a carefully balanced sequence. These overlapping glazes conjure an image of the deep, silent ocean, rich in depth and touched by sunlight. 

One of the bowl’s most distinctive features is the yudare—the flowing glaze effect formed as the glaze drips and halts mid-flow during firing. This phenomenon, achievable only through precise control of temperature and glaze consistency, results in subtle, unrepeatable patterns that make each bowl truly unique.

As its name, sazameku (rippling) suggests, the spirit of waves flows through the entire piece. Yet interpretation is left open to the viewer. When held in the hand, it may call to mind the glittering surface of the sea or the gentle undulation of water in motion. Inverted, the bowl’s silhouette recalls alpine peaks rising against the sky, offering new perspectives with every angle.

This matcha bowl carries the quiet spirit of nature, and the power to awaken memory and sensation in a single moment of tea ritual.

Yamaura Saori

Parmi les artistes contemporains de la céramique de Kutani, Yamaura Saori se distingue. Travaillant depuis son atelier, elle laisse ses mains la guider à travers des courbes subtiles, des distorsions subtiles et des transitions douces. Ses pièces échappent aux conventions, tout en étant profondément ancrées dans l'artisanat. À la fois fluides et précises, intuitives et techniques, ses céramiques évoquent un instant figé dans le temps.

Quentin Ware

La céramique de Kutani est une poterie produite dans la région de Kaga, dans la préfecture d'Ishikawa, dont l'histoire remonte à plus de 350 ans. Elle se caractérise par l'éclat intense des cinq couleurs : bleu marine, rouge, violet, vert et jaune. qui s'appliquent aux lignes audacieuses et audacieuses. Sa longue histoire s'est développée grâce aux efforts inlassables et à l'enthousiasme de personnes qui ont recherché l'innovation tout en préservant la tradition.