Description
I am Anagama No. 9 Open Vessel. Crimson tones, rough edges, and a hint of unpredictability—there’s no taming me. Simple, raw, and full of life, I bring a little fire wherever I go.
Curator’s Notes
This vessel carries a bold, untamed energy that reflects the very process that shaped it. The raw, jagged opening at the top is reminiscent of a roaring flame—a fitting form for a piece born from the heat of the anagama kiln. The unexpected crimson tones that have surfaced through firing give it a striking vibrancy, almost as if the fire itself left its mark. A closer look reveals a beautiful seashell imprint near the top, a quiet reminder of the natural elements woven into the creation of this piece. The wide, irregular opening is perfect for sprigs, but it’s just as captivating on its own—an embodiment of nature and fire working together to craft something powerful and raw. This piece is a vivid reflection of Iwata-san’s mastery over the unpredictable beauty of the anagama process.
Anagama No.9 – Open Vessel was curated by Angélique Chmielewski
Designer/Maker
Artist: Keisuke Iwata
Specifications
Dimensions:
3.0” (w) x 4.0” (l) x 3.3″ (h) or 76mm (w) x 102mm (l) x 84mm (h)
Weight:
0.9 lbs or 0.4 kg
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
- Watertight material
- 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
- If necessary, handwash with a mild soap and soft cloth
- Features unique markings, a seashell imprint, crimson and orange tones and irregular surface texture
- Keisuke Iwata’s signature carved on the bottom of the piece
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