Hatta Toru / Plant Pot Small M

Base diameter (φ) 70mm × height (h) 100mm mouth diameter 75mm~80mm

The "Shirokake-yu" created by contemporary ceramic artist Tohru Hatta is a name given by the artist himself, and it is born from the technique known as "Kohiki," which involves applying white slip to a red clay body containing coarse pebbles. Depending on how the slip is applied, the red clay may peek through, and the variations in glaze thickness 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 exemplifies Tohru Hatta's true essence.

Delicate flowers, branches full of rustic charm, 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 Tohru Hatta's works.

The potted plant made with the white glaze, which can be said to symbolize the artist. This is the first time Tohru Hatta has created a potted plant, making it a very rare piece in that sense. It is a group of precious works specially created for Rurbanism after repeated dialogues with the artist.

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

Tohru 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 natural landscape. By arranging flowers, the depth is further enhanced, tightening the space while creating a gentle afterglow along with the flowers.