#48 Imperfection Vessel Serving Inspired by the Rim Line

Inspired by the Rim Line

The lid features a knob that's not only fun but highly practical

inspired by classic mending stitch patterns

A burnishing of the surface before firing gives it a bright semigloss finish

#48 Imperfection Vessel Serving Inspired by the Rim LineThis year Akio set out to create new expressions through the beauty of imperfection. Drawing inspiration from Kakuzo Okakura, Akio says, "Okakura notes that imperfect objects invite us to use our imaginationsto 'complete' them in our minds eye. His ideas inspired me to think beyond symmetry and explore imbalance, which gave way to Imperfect Vessels. I hope youll enjoy it and let your imagination run wild!" This piece features his signature Pleated