Butterfly Hand made Matcha Bowl - Golden Branch
Yutaka Ono, born in Fukuoka in 1968, is a distinguished artisan who studied sculpture at Nagoya University of Arts before focusing on ceramics. With a unique design perspective, he created the Inome teacup, incorporating the universal symbol of the heart. Ono has exhibited his works internationally and at prestigious venues in Japan, such as Ginza Mitsukoshi and Isetan Shinjuku. Beyond his exhibitions, he has also authored a manga series on tea ceremonies, and his pieces have been featured in renowned establishments like ATELIER MATCHA in Ginza.
His inspiration behind this series:
"I often recall an image from my earliest memory—perhaps it was a dream, perhaps reality—of a white butterfly quietly landing on my tiny hand as an infant in my mother's embrace. This delicate moment, when a halo of light appeared on the horizon as the butterfly landed, always floats in my mind, blurred between memory and dream.
In my teacups, you will find delicate colour bands around the petals and leaves, with gold lining enhancing their elegance. These gold accents not only highlight the shape of the teacup but also create a striking contrast with the refined white clay. The gold band, or 'fukurin,' serves to reinforce the rim of the teacup with a thin metallic ring.
The pattern of 'tobikanna' on the teacup seems to play a quiet melody. There is a word, 'Aurelian,' which I believe refers to those who love butterflies. These beloved creatures, heralds of spring's arrival, are eagerly awaited and cherished."
All matcha bowls from our artisan Yutaka Ono are wholly handmade. Only one is available. There is no identical piece offering. Irregularities in size, glaze, colour and texture may occur and reflect the artisan nature of the product and should be embraced.
◾ Hand-Made In Japan
◾ NOT Suitable for Microwave OR Dishwasher
◾ Material: Pottery
◾ Size (Bowl): 10.4 cm diameter x 7 cm height
◾ Size (With Butterfly): 13 cm width x 9 cm height
◾ Comes with a gift box. Great as a gift.