Rounded Vase iva-polachova - Chloé Rosetta Bell

- Chloé Rosetta Bell

"I come to ceramics from a background in painting

but within their stillness I hope a gentle fluctuation can be felt - one that

these tactile mugs are made to be used

Rounded Vase iva-polachova - Chloé Rosetta BellHand built ceramic vessel by Japanese artist Shinji Matsuo in his studio in rural Fukuoka. This piece is coloured by the flames of it's firing and is inspired by ancient forms found across cultures. Created using the coil technique, the piece is then pit fired in an open flame a process where fire, ash and earth naturally mark the surface. The vessel has a raw, sculptural presence and subtle variations that are unique to each piece. "When firing, I