Cobalt–Iron Salt Glaze Fluted Tea Bowl
Tomoo Hamada (b. 1967)
This striking tea bowl is characterised by its fluted vertical surface and richly layered salt glaze, which together create a dynamic interplay of form and texture. The deep indigo and iron-blue tones flow across each ridge, pooling in the carved grooves and revealing subtle variations in colour and depth. The result is a surface that appears both controlled and spontaneous, with a natural rhythm that invites close attention.
The interior is finished in a contrasting dark, speckled glaze, adding warmth and visual density to the piece. Viewed from the base, the subtle marks of the climbing kiln give quiet evidence of its making. With its balanced proportions and tactile presence, this bowl exemplifies Hamada’s refined approach to traditional Mashiko ware. It is deeply informed by the Mingei ethos and clearly marked by his own contemporary sensibility.
W: 12.6 cm (4.96"), L: 12.6 cm (4.96"), H: 8.5 cm (3.35”)
Signed Wooden Box