Aki Tamiya / "Hai-Kaburi" Tsubo Small B

Diameter (φ) approximately 130mm × Height (h) 120mm Mouth diameter approximately 60mm

The "Ash-Glazed Jar" by contemporary ceramic artist Aki Tamiya is a work that transforms in the kiln as the jar becomes buried in ash during the firing process fueled by wood, showcasing a rich expression created solely by the forces of nature. Aki Tamiya pours strong passion into the Ash-Glazed Jar, as Rurbanism also feels the infinite possibilities that reside within this work.

The jars, shaped by hand, each possess a unique personality, much like individuals. The colors and textures born from being buried in ash and exposed to high temperatures are unlike any other. The artist continues to create Ash-Glazed Jars with insights and imagination that seem to see through the natural coincidences.

Rurbanism will continue to introduce a variety of works, including vases and planters by contemporary ceramic artist Aki Tamiya.

Aki Tamiya

Born in Tokyo. In 1996, she established her kiln in Mashiko and began her artistic activities while interacting with Seiji Imanari and the late Ryo Aoki. In 1999, she completed a wood-fired kiln in Shizuoka and continues to create pottery to this day.

The jars and vases, created with a focus on unglazed stoneware, reflect the strength of the clay itself while exuding a quiet presence. Their simple yet profound demeanor adds a serene tension to the space, embodying a primitive aesthetic as living art pieces.