This is a hand-formed (Moongata) teabowl, showcasing the earthy textures, shapes, and beautiful glazes of the works by the married couple, Naoyoshi Kanazawa & Ayo Osachi, who create pottery in Amakusa. Recommended for small tea bowls, au lait cups, etc. Also recommended for those who like Lucie Rie. Approximate size: Diameter: approx. 10.3 cm Height: approx. 6.5 cm Ayo is a unit and a studio name. Husband Naoyoshi Kanazawa makes the vessels, and wife Ayo Osachi handles the "keshiki" (scenery/presentation). Atelier Ayo is located in Amakusa. 【Naoyoshi Kanazawa】 2008 Began his path 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. 【Ayo Osachi】 2008 Began her path in video. Worked as a video director in Fukuoka, planning and producing programs. "Stunning Staircases," "Reading Trip on a Rainy Day," "Susuru Project," "Tasteful Characters," etc. 2022 Handles the "keshiki" (video/photos and text/arrangement) of Ayo. "Moongata" A Swedish word that cannot be directly translated, but if translated, it would be "the path of moonlight reflected on the water's surface." On a full moon night with the sound of the tide echoing, standing still, one feels as if time has stopped around them, enveloped in the silence and mysterious atmosphere. In the cold air and rising mist, the path of the moon reflected on the water's surface seems to invite the creator on a new journey. This series expresses the gentle time and scenery with fluctuating glazes, the scent of the sea caressing the cheeks, and the gentle time and scenery that slowly flows out when taking a deep breath. Notes: There may be areas that look like scratches when the glaze is removed from the base, but these are from the beginning. Please check the photos and understand. Only the artwork is included. This is not Oribe ware. Type... Pottery Type... Tea bowl Pottery... Tsuboya-yaki