Hand-thrown and Raku-fired studio pottery lidded jar, standing approximately 10.5 inches tall, featuring a sculptural domed lid supported by twin ceramic posts and topped with a hand-carved wooden handle. The surface displays rich smoke-fired tones of charcoal, moss green, and soft metallic gray with natural crackle and reduction patterns characteristic of traditional Raku firing. The base is artist-signed and dated “05,” confirming this as an original, one-of-a-kind studio work.

The form and aesthetic are inspired by Japanese tea ceremony vessels, embodying the wabi-sabi philosophy of beauty through natural variation and firing effects. Suitable as a tea caddy, decorative urn, or contemplative sculptural accent.

Condition:

Excellent structural condition with no cracks, no chips, and no repairs. There is a small area of surface glaze loss from the firing process visible on one side (shown in photos), consistent with Raku technique and purely cosmetic in nature. The wooden handle shows light natural wear. Overall a well-preserved and visually striking studio piece.