Keisuke Iwata
Finding wabi-sabi from the hearth
On the shores of Fukuoka, ceramicist Keisuke Iwata draws inspiration from the sea to create ceramic pieces and tableware that are playful yet refined. Working with early yakishime techniques of high-firing ceramics, Iwata plays with haphazardness of clay to bring the rich texture, colour and sheen innate to the material up to the surface. This playfulness can be seen in the whimsical shapes and addition of found seashells in some of his work that make each piece wholly unique. While the surface of his pieces appear to highlight the natural element of chance, his practice also reflects a consideration of each piece's place in a home and in our hands, ensuring that its shape is well thought out and function very well.
Beige Teapot - Small (OUT OF STOCK)
Keisuke IwataI am a Small Beige Teapot. After a long day, a cup of tea is my pot of gold.
$395
Beige Teapot - Large (OUT OF STOCK)
Keisuke IwataI am a Large Beige Teapot. My neutral tone is so soothing that I can calm any tempest in your teacup.
$495
Black Teapot - Small (OUT OF STOCK)
Keisuke IwataI am a Small Black Teapot. A cozy drink with me on a cold day is worth all the tea in China.
$395
Black Teapot - Large (OUT OF STOCK)
Keisuke IwataI am a Large Black Teapot. With my sturdy handle and angled spout, I'll keep everything safe like a vault. You won't have to worry about me spilling tea.
$495
Stone Vase (OUT OF STOCK)
Keisuke IwataI am a Stone Vase. You'll be surprised to find that a flower can bloom in hearth and home as hard as rock.
$125
Pod Cup - Black (OUT OF STOCK)
Keisuke IwataI am a Black Pod Cup. Not all pods are made for two, some are simply made for tea.
$125
Pod Cup - White (OUT OF STOCK)
Keisuke IwataI am a White Pod Cup. Here we are, one tea in a pod.
$125
Long Beige Katakuchi
Keisuke IwataI am a Long Beige Katakuchi. Call me a critter, I won't mind. I'm all about the creature comforts of home anyway - especially if good food and sake are involved.
$295
Beige Katakuchi with Handle (OUT OF STOCK)
Keisuke IwataI am a Small Beige Katakuchi with Handle. My perfect pitch will make sake, cream or even plain hot water sing.
$195
Tapered Katakuchi
Keisuke IwataI am a Tapered Katakuchi. Shall I spout platitudes about matcha, or just serve it to you like it is?
$285
Katakuchi with Handle - Black (OUT OF STOCK)
Keisuke IwataI am a Black Katakuchi with Handle. To get a handle on dark, wet, pouring days, I embrace nature's imperfections.
$195