#42 Small Imperfection Vessel S22 or whatever else you're serving

or whatever else you're serving

The surfaces are glazed in opposing matte shades

are visually captivating

This basket is hand-crafted from copper wire using a combination of kiku-dashi (chrysanthemum pattern) and kikko-ami (tortoise shell netting) weaving techniques

#42 Small Imperfection Vessel S22 or whatever else you're servingThis 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