#44 Large Kokeshi Vessel with Horizontal Stripes Aprons The plant is ringed by

The plant is ringed by soil

conjuring a down-to-earth sophistication in the home’s smaller spaces

This fragrance combines bright freshness with soft warm florals

A small finger notch in the outer rim allows the interior to lift out easily

a material known for its durability

#44 Large Kokeshi Vessel with Horizontal Stripes Aprons The plant is ringed byAkio Nukagas work explores the possibilities of how he leaves a trace of himself in clay. This piece features his signature Pleated Work technique of carving grooves into the wet clay after it is thrown on the wheel. The forminspired by traditional kokeshi dollsis accentuated by these grooves curving down the profile of the vessel creating movement and rhythm. After the first firing and before the second, he finishes the vessel by applying different