Anagama No.6 – Large Bulb Vase (OUT OF STOCK)

Description

I am Anagama No.6 Large Bulb Vase. I’m not just here to hold flowers—I’m here to make a statement. With bold contours and unexpected details, every side of me tells a different story, like I was shaped by the earth itself.

Curator’s Notes

This large vase is a departure from Iwata-san’s signature round forms, yet it retains the same captivating allure. Its elegant, elongated form, shaped through the anagama kiln process, showcases beautiful shifts in color and texture. The soft blush and ashen tones blend with unexpected orange markings, the result of flames and ash interacting in ways that only the kiln can dictate. What makes this piece stand out is how it captures light and shadow on its surface, making it feel almost alive. The large, form feels bold, yet there’s a softness to the way it holds space, balancing the ruggedness of the firing process with a subtle elegance. With a presence that feels both grounded and sculptural, the Large Bulb Vase has an undeniable warmth, inviting you to discover its unique details from every angle. It’s a piece that honors Iwata-san’s mastery of woodfiring, showcasing both precision and spontaneity.

Anagama No.6 – Large Bulb Vase was curated by Angélique Chmielewski

Designer/Maker

Artist: Keisuke Iwata

Specifications

Dimensions:

6.0″ (w) x 6.0″ (l) x 9.5″ (h) or 152mm (w) x 152mm (l) x 241mm (h)

Weight:

3.8 lb or 1.7kg

Materials:

Ceramic

Details

• One-of-a-kind functional sculpture vase handmade by Keisuke Iwata in Fukuoka, Japan
• Flowers and water can be contained through a small opening carved out in the piece
• Created using an ancient Japanese ceramic technique that involves an Anagama woodfired kiln, fired in a ceremonial process by Keisuke Iwata
• Anagama works are each unique to the clay’s own intimate interactions with the flames and ash
• Watertight material
• If necessary, handwash with a mild soap and soft cloth
• Features unique markings, seashell imprints, golden flecks and irregular surface texture
• Keisuke Iwata’s signature carved on the bottom of the piece