Hatta Toru / Plant Pot Small J

Base diameter (φ) 55mm × Height (h) 100mm Opening diameter 80mm

The "Shirokake glaze" created by contemporary ceramic artist Toru Hatta is a name given by the artist himself. It is born from the technique known as "Kohiki," where white slip is applied to a red clay body containing coarse small stones. Depending on how the slip is applied, the red clay peeks through, and the variations in the glaze create a sense of fluctuation, resulting in each piece having a unique expression. The vessels, fired at high temperatures in a roaring wood kiln, are hard and heavy, filled with strength and presence. This is truly a work that embodies Toru Hatta's true essence.

Delicate flowers, wild branches, and uniquely shaped succulents. The presence of the flower vase, which envelops and firmly supports the vibrant life of the plants, is a charm unique to Toru Hatta's works.

The potted plant with the white glaze, which can be considered a symbol of the artist. This is the first time Toru Hatta has created a potted plant, making it a very rare piece in that sense. It is a collection of precious works specially created for Rurbanism through ongoing dialogue with the artist.

Rurbanism will continue to introduce a variety of works, including flower vases and potted plants by contemporary ceramic artist Toru Hatta.

Toru Hatta

Born in 1977 in Ishikawa Prefecture. Currently creating pottery in Sakai City and Tondabayashi City, Osaka Prefecture. He continues to produce works while exploring diverse expressions that utilize the texture of clay, such as Shirokake, Kurokake, natural glaze, and Mishima.

The flower vases fired in a wood kiln possess both strength and complex expressions, radiating a presence as if they have captured a scene from nature. By arranging flowers, the depth is further enhanced, tightening the space while creating a gentle afterglow along with the flowers.