Shohei Ono / Plant Pot Large A

The new glaze "Shirogane" by contemporary ceramic artist Shohei Ono brings out the strong texture of the clay itself while possessing a beautiful and serene expression that exudes a sense of transparency and freshness. Depending on the angle of the light, it displays a variety of expressions where simplicity and elegance intertwine, and no two views are the same.

Shohei Ono maintains a rare production approach, personally entering the mountains to dig up clay and handcrafting the raw materials for the glaze from scratch. The vessels created with the unique techniques and rigorous firing of "Shirogane" embody a generous and powerful presence that combines softness and ruggedness, characteristic of Ono's work.

The "Shirogane" glazed flowerpot is a precious piece specially made by Shohei Ono for Rurbanism. His flowerpot works are rarely presented in solo exhibitions, and opportunities for them to circulate in the market are extremely limited, making them highly rare pieces.

In the future, Rurbanism will introduce a variety of works, including Shohei Ono's flowerpots.

Shohei Ono
Born in 1985 in Aichi Prefecture. Currently creating pottery in Kami City, Kochi Prefecture.

Growing up under the guidance of his father, ceramic artist Teppei Ono, he continues to create while deeply engaging with nature, digging clay and preparing glaze materials from scratch after becoming independent.

The vessels born from the certain weight felt when held and their generous shapes harbor a quiet tension beneath their simplicity, providing a strong presence that transcends daily life and enhances the space itself. As vessels for serving food, or as vases or objects, they reveal a new expression as art pieces, captivating the hearts of those who see them.