#52 Large Kokeshi Vessel in Indigo MGM creating unique spotting

creating unique spotting

This pair features highly geometric profiles with sudden transitions resulting in robust forms

but can also be nested with the Large Serving Bowl

These earrings feature a bright and glossy aquamarine enamel

#52 Large Kokeshi Vessel in Indigo MGM creating unique spottingAkio 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 indigo