#3 Medium Imperfection Vessel No Max which he then shapes using

which he then shapes using various tools on a wooden block

The surfaces are glazed in opposing matte shades dark and light with mottled textures reminiscent of organic objects

damp earth

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#3 Medium Imperfection Vessel No Max which he then shapes usingThis 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