相賀真志郎 信楽三筋壺 黄瀬戸茶碗 A symmetrical geometric pattern is

A symmetrical geometric pattern is drawn throughout

The beveled delta-triangular body is covered with ash from the wood-fired kiln

Capturing the serendipity born from material and firing with precision

and a wavy rim that gives it a soft movement

MitsutosaCharacterized by a distorted shapeBlack Oribe tea bowl

相賀真志郎 信楽三筋壺 黄瀬戸茶碗 A symmetrical geometric pattern isThis Shigaraki jar was made by Masashiro Aika, who works in Okayama Prefecture. With three horizontal lines encircling the body, a feature also seen in old Tokoname and Echizen jars, this piece has a presence reminiscent of ancient ceramics. Its powerful, asymmetrically distorted form is richly covered with green ash glaze, which slowly flows down the body to create a beautiful natural landscape. On the unglazed areas, the earthy Shigaraki clay