Ikebana Bowl

Description

I am an Ikebana Bowl. You’ve got to let it grow.

Curator’s Notes

I love the idea of making flowers come alive through the art of ikebana flower arranging and this piece adds to the sculptural results. This footed bowl is a classical shape but not symmetrical emphasizing the irregularities that occur through the process of firing. The approach of embracing the serendipitous in pottery making that Masanobu Ando has developed in his works is also found in the natural universe around us, making the piece evermore poetic in all its imperfections.

Ikebana Bowl was curated by Angélique Chmielewski

Designer/Maker

Maker: Masanobu Ando

Designer: Masanobu Ando

Specifications

Dimensions:

Each piece is hand formed and will vary slightly from the dimensions listed.

7.5” (w) x 10” (l) x 5.0” (h) or 191mm (w) x 254mm (l) x 127mm (h) 

Weight: 32 oz or  907 gr

Materials: Ceramic

Details

• One-of-a-kind functional sculpture handmade by Masanobu Ando in Tajimi, Japan
• An ikebana bowl is traditionally used as a bowl for arranging flowers however this bowl can be a vessel for a variety of purposes
• Flower frogs holders aid in propping flower stems and can be found here
• The metallic overglaze will develop a natural patina over time
• The rim is intentionally notched
• Hand wash only with mild soap and soft sponge
• Dry with soft cloth after washing 
• Do not microwave
• Do not place in dishwasher