This is a hand-formed tebineri chawan (bowl) by the husband and wife team of Naoyoshi Kanazawa & Ayo Osachi, who create pottery in Amakusa, showcasing the earthy texture, form, and beautiful glazes of their work. Recommended for small tea bowls, au lait cups, etc. Approximate size: Diameter: Approximately 10.4 - 10.8 cm Height: Approximately 6.8 cm "Ayo" is the unit and studio name. Husband Naoyoshi Kanazawa makes the vessels, and wife Sachi Ayo handles the "keshiki" (scenery/presentation). Atelier Ayo is located in Amakusa. 【Naoyoshi Kanazawa】 2008 Began his journey in pottery. Started creating pottery in Amakusa. Incorporates various expressions into his vessels and holds pottery exhibitions nationwide. 2022 Established a kiln at Ayo and creates vessels. 【Sachi Ayo】 2008 Began her journey in video. Worked as a video director in Fukuoka, involved in planning and producing programs. "Zekkei Kaidan" (Spectacular Staircases), "A Rainy Day Reading Trip," "Susuru Kikaku" (Slurping Project), "Aji na Ji" (Tasteful Characters), etc. 2022 Handles the "keshiki" (video/photography and text/arrangement) of Ayo. Notes: There may be areas that look like scratches where the glaze was removed from the foot during trimming, but these are present from the beginning. Please confirm in the photos and understand. Only the artwork itself is included. Not Oribe ware. Type... Pottery Type... Tea Bowl Pottery... Tsuboya-yaki