Masanobu Ando

Masanobu Ando

Embracing imperfection

Masanobu Ando started his career creating contemporary art and studying Buddhism. Following this period, he channeled his influence derived from Zen culture into his works and began creating functional objects for daily life. In 1988, he remodeled an original Japanese ceremonial teahouse in his hometown of Tajimi into a gallery called Galerie Momogusa. His works are predominantly slab-built, using sheets of clay that are molded together to form a variety of shapes – a technique called tatara that the artisan naturally embraced as it enabled expression of his underlying concept of Zen culture, which is centered on the acceptance of transience and imperfection.
Blossom Bowl
Blossom Bowl

Blossom Bowl

Masanobu Ando

I am a Blossom Bowl. When you look at this little buttercup, you just can't help but feel cheered up.  

$95
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Coffee Mug
Coffee Mug

Coffee Mug

Masanobu Ando

I am a Coffee Mug. A cup of coffee in a hand-built mug feels as warm and snug as a loving hug.

$98
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White Mini Pitcher
White Mini Pitcher

White Mini Pitcher

Masanobu Ando

I am a White Mini Pitcher. When it comes to good aim, concentration is my secret to pitching.  

$48
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Pitcher
Pitcher

Pitcher

Masanobu Ando

I am a Ceramic Pitcher. Would you like a glass of water? This is going to be a long pitch.  

$275
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Flat Colander
Flat Colander

Flat Colander

Masanobu Ando

I am a Flat Colander. Three little feet hold me high so I can expertly do my job to keep your fruit dry.   

Starting at $225
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Colander
Colander

Colander

Masanobu Ando

I am a Colander. All I care about is straining. Straining and containing. Containing and straining. That’s it.  

$245
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Slim White Hanging Sculpture Vase with Edge
Slim White Hanging Sculpture Vase with Edge

Slim White Hanging Sculpture Vase with Edge

Masanobu Ando

I am a Slim White Hanging Vase with Edge. I'm art with a nature twist. One stem is all it takes to turn me into a charming masterpiece.

$645
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Short White Hanging Sculpture Vase
Short White Hanging Sculpture Vase

Short White Hanging Sculpture Vase

Masanobu Ando

I am a Short White Hanging Sculpture Vase. Don't let my slender profile fool you—I'm actually a vase in disguise. Hang me up, plop in a couple of stems, and watch as I transform your space with my undercover flair.

$395
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White Sculpture Vase with Foot
White Sculpture Vase with Foot

White Sculpture Vase with Foot

Masanobu Ando

I am a White Sculpture Vase with Foot. I'm not your average vase, I'm a pedestal of personality—I bring a touch of artistry with my sculptural footed detail. Just add a stem, and we can elevate this space together.

$395
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Short White Sculpture Vase with Foot (OUT OF STOCK)
Short White Sculpture Vase with Foot (OUT OF STOCK)

Short White Sculpture Vase with Foot (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a Short White Sculpture Vase with Foot. I'm ready to step up your décor game. My standout feature is my sculptural base—adding an extra dose of personality to your space. With me, every bloom stands on a pedestal.

$345
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Silver Hanging Sculpture Vase with Edge (OUT OF STOCK)
Silver Hanging Sculpture Vase with Edge (OUT OF STOCK)

Silver Hanging Sculpture Vase with Edge (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a Silver Hanging Sculpture Vase with Edge. With a silver overglaze that ages like fine wine, I'll showcase an array of dynamic colors over time. Hang me up with a flower or two, and bring a touch of wonder to your world.

$880
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Silver Hanging Sculpture Vase - Two-Tone (OUT OF STOCK)
Silver Hanging Sculpture Vase - Two-Tone (OUT OF STOCK)

Silver Hanging Sculpture Vase - Two-Tone (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a Two-Tone Silver Hanging Sculpture Vase. I'm an L-Shaped marvel, blurring the lines between art and utility. Hang me on a wall, let blooms flourish, and bask in my captivating silver shimmer.

$990
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Silver Coffee Dripper
Silver Coffee Dripper

Silver Coffee Dripper

Masanobu Ando

I am a Silver Coffee Dripper. I shine as brightly as the Little Dipper.  

$165
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Silver Coffee Dripper - Large
Silver Coffee Dripper - Large

Silver Coffee Dripper - Large

Masanobu Ando

I am a Large Silver Coffee Dripper. If your mornings are spent fighting the alarm, I"ll save you. I'm not silver-coating it either. I mean it. Coffee awaits, drip by drip.  

$195
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Gold Chawan IX
Gold Chawan IX

Gold Chawan IX

Masanobu Ando

I am a Gold Chawan IX. I'm as smooth and silky as a freshly whisked matcha.  

$2,650
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Gold Chawan X
Gold Chawan X

Gold Chawan X

Masanobu Ando

I am a Gold Chawan X. Sometimes I build such high walls for protection that I forget that I should open up and invite others in for a cup of tea.  

$2,950
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Gold Chawan IV (OUT OF STOCK)
Gold Chawan IV (OUT OF STOCK)

Gold Chawan IV (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am Gold Chawan IV. With my pure gold glaze and expansive opening, you can say I have a lot flare.  

$3,350
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Gold Chawan V
Gold Chawan V

Gold Chawan V

Masanobu Ando

I am Gold Chawan V. I’m built tough to shine above the rest so don’t expect me to settle for a bronze medal when I’m made of gold.  

$2,650
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Gold Chawan XII
Gold Chawan XII

Gold Chawan XII

Masanobu Ando

I am a Gold Chawan XII. My body crackles with the fiery fire of the kiln and soothes with a warm bath of tea.  

$3,050
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Gold Chawan XIII
Gold Chawan XIII

Gold Chawan XIII

Masanobu Ando

I am Gold Chawan XIII. I'll function at my peak performance for you because everything is firing on all cylinders for me.  

$3,250
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Gold Chawan VII (OUT OF STOCK)
Gold Chawan VII (OUT OF STOCK)

Gold Chawan VII (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am Gold Chawan VII. I can show you the secrets of the world as each detail of me, from my foot to my rim, was shaped to feel the universe in every cup of tea.  

$2,850
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Gold Chawan VI (OUT OF STOCK)
Gold Chawan VI (OUT OF STOCK)

Gold Chawan VI (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am Gold Chawan VI. A cup of tea is golden when it brings peace, serenity and matcha.  

$3,050
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Chrysanthemum Teapot
Chrysanthemum Teapot

Chrysanthemum Teapot

Masanobu Ando

I am a Chrysanthemum Teapot. Don't think that because I don't have a handle on it, I'm hot and bothered. In fact, I'll keep things clear minded if the temperature's just right.  

$385
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Chrysanthemum Teacup
Chrysanthemum Teacup

Chrysanthemum Teacup

I am a Chrysanthemum Teacup. Life is the flower for which love is the tea.  

$85
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Slotted Dish
Slotted Dish

Slotted Dish

Masanobu Ando

I am Slotted Dish. At first you may strain to see me underneath all these things I juggle, but I'll always slot some space for you.  

$95
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Bowl with Handles
Bowl with Handles

Bowl with Handles

Masanobu Ando

I am a Bowl with Handles. You better keep tabs on me, I'm about to bowl over.  

$120
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Footed Holland Flower Bowl
Footed Holland Flower Bowl

Footed Holland Flower Bowl

Masanobu Ando

I am a Footed Holland Flower Bowl. You better not be shy if you're resting on my base. I have no place for wallflowers here.  

$155
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Gold Chawan III (OUT OF STOCK)
Gold Chawan III (OUT OF STOCK)

Gold Chawan III (OUT OF STOCK)

I am Gold Chawan III. I might shine and glitter, but I really enjoy simpler pleasures. A good cup of tea is my version of a pot of gold.  

$2,400
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Box of Air - Small Pewter (OUT OF STOCK)
Box of Air - Small Pewter (OUT OF STOCK)

Box of Air - Small Pewter (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a Small Pewter Box of Air. The best advice I have received is to not keep everything boxed in. I feel much better when I air things out.  

$140
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Gold Bar Tray (OUT OF STOCK)
Gold Bar Tray (OUT OF STOCK)

Gold Bar Tray (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a Gold Bar Tray. Although I'm made of ceramic, don't think of me as a fool. My beauty is worth its weight in gold.  

$400
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Box of Air - Small White (OUT OF STOCK)
Box of Air - Small White (OUT OF STOCK)

Box of Air - Small White (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a Small White Box of Air. Although it seems that I'd lose everything that I hold, when you look at me closer, you'll realize I'm actually not as airheaded as I seem.  

$290
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Silver Petal Bowl
Silver Petal Bowl

Silver Petal Bowl

Masanobu Ando

I am a Silver Petal Bowl. Don't wait around for April showers to bring May flowers. I always bring the best of spring and look as fresh as a daisy.  

$280
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Round White Plate - Small
Round White Plate - Small

Round White Plate - Small

Masanobu Ando

I am a Small Round White Plate. Wide rim for the win!  

$115
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Round White Plate - Large
Round White Plate - Large

Round White Plate - Large

Masanobu Ando

I am Large White Plate. No meal need be so plain. You can frame a meal like you can frame a moment.  

$195
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Gold Chawan II (OUT OF STOCK)
Gold Chawan II (OUT OF STOCK)

Gold Chawan II (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am Gold Chawan II. I believe that a warm cup of tea is worth its weight in gold.  

$2,300
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Silver Daisy Dish (OUT OF STOCK)
Silver Daisy Dish (OUT OF STOCK)

Silver Daisy Dish (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a Silver Daisy Dish. He loves me, he loves me not... Actually I’m too amazing to care, and frankly, I have no more silver petals to spare.  

$98
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Silver Tower
Silver Tower

Silver Tower

Masanobu Ando

I am a Silver Tower. I'll be your pillar - no, your tower - of strength.  

$420
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White Tower (OUT OF STOCK)
White Tower (OUT OF STOCK)

White Tower (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a White Tower. Not to be confused with Ivory Tower - a very distant relation, on my father's side, twice removed.  

$310
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Silver Blue Lined Teacup and Saucer
Silver Blue Lined Teacup and Saucer

Silver Blue Lined Teacup and Saucer

Masanobu Ando

I am a Silver Blue Lined Teacup and Saucer. They say look for the silver lining, but I look for the blue lining.  

$295
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Air of Box (OUT OF STOCK)
Air of Box (OUT OF STOCK)

Air of Box (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando for Nalata Nalata

I am an Air of Box. I have a certain air of mystery due to my stony features.  

$1,100
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Box of Air (OUT OF STOCK)
Box of Air (OUT OF STOCK)

Box of Air (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a Box of Air. If you think outside the box, you can pull ideas straight out of thin air.   

$980
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Chawan Void Sculpture (OUT OF STOCK)
Chawan Void Sculpture (OUT OF STOCK)

Chawan Void Sculpture (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a Chawan Void Sculpture. Obi-chawan-kenobi, may the force be with you.  

$1,850
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White Twist Vase
White Twist Vase

White Twist Vase

Masanobu Ando

I am a White Twist Vase. Come on and twist a little closer now.  

$670
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Silver Vessel (OUT OF STOCK)
Silver Vessel (OUT OF STOCK)

Silver Vessel (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a Silver Vessel. Within my handmade sides your objects nestle.  

$280
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White Hanging Sculpture Vase (OUT OF STOCK)
White Hanging Sculpture Vase (OUT OF STOCK)

White Hanging Sculpture Vase (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a White Hanging Sculpture Vase. Live your life at your own pace, for in stillness there is space.  

$750
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Silver Sculpture Vase - Small (OUT OF STOCK)
Silver Sculpture Vase - Small (OUT OF STOCK)

Silver Sculpture Vase - Small (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a Small Silver Sculpture Vase. A silver sliver is what I deliver.  

$465
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Calligraphy Brush Stand - White (OUT OF STOCK)
Calligraphy Brush Stand - White (OUT OF STOCK)

Calligraphy Brush Stand - White (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a White Calligraphy Brush Stand. The pen is mightier than the sword, but the calligraphy brush deserves the real reward.  

$110
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Calligraphy Brush Stand - Pewter (OUT OF STOCK)
Calligraphy Brush Stand - Pewter (OUT OF STOCK)

Calligraphy Brush Stand - Pewter (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a Pewter Calligraphy Brush Stand. Enough of typing on the com-pewter! There's nothing like real ink and paper.  

$170
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Calligraphy Brush Stand - Silver (OUT OF STOCK)
Calligraphy Brush Stand - Silver (OUT OF STOCK)

Calligraphy Brush Stand - Silver (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a Silver Calligraphy Brush Stand. When your brushes need a place to rest, my hand-made peaks will hold them best.  

$210
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Ceramic Spoon
Ceramic Spoon

Ceramic Spoon

Masanobu Ando

I am a Ceramic Spoon. When hopes and dreams have flown the coop, nothing heals like a hearty soup.  

$75
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Silver Teaspoon
Silver Teaspoon

Silver Teaspoon

Masanobu Ando

I am a Silver Teaspoon. Like a spoon full of sugar makes the medicine go down, a spoon glazed in silver turns the worst day around.   

$78
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Hanging Sculpture Vase (OUT OF STOCK)
Hanging Sculpture Vase (OUT OF STOCK)

Hanging Sculpture Vase (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a Hanging Sculpture Vase. My silver glaze will set your heart ablaze.  

$1,400
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Tea Water Kensui (OUT OF STOCK)
Tea Water Kensui (OUT OF STOCK)

Tea Water Kensui (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a Tea Water Kensui. You know when something just doesn't hold water? Well, that's definitely not me. When you're done brewing, pour out the waste so you're left with only the best tasting tea.  

$375
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Silver Teardrop Pitcher (OUT OF STOCK)
Silver Teardrop Pitcher (OUT OF STOCK)

Silver Teardrop Pitcher (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a Silver Teardrop Pitcher. Don't cry if it spills, just move on and refill.  

$160
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Silver Brewing Tray (OUT OF STOCK)
Silver Brewing Tray (OUT OF STOCK)

Silver Brewing Tray (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a Silver Brewing Tray. Is there trouble brewing? Let's all calm down with a few cups of tea.   

$620
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Ikebana Bowl
Ikebana Bowl

Ikebana Bowl

Masanobu Ando

I am an Ikebana Bowl. You've got to let it grow.   

$550
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Gold Chawan (OUT OF STOCK)
Gold Chawan (OUT OF STOCK)

Gold Chawan (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a Gold Chawan. All that glitters is not gold. Never let your tea grow cold.   

$1,900
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Silver Chawan (OUT OF STOCK)
Silver Chawan (OUT OF STOCK)

Silver Chawan (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a Silver Chawan. Weather the storm with a cup of tea and watch grey clouds turn to silver.  

$1,400
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Plum Teacup
Plum Teacup

Plum Teacup

Masanobu Ando

I am a Plum Teacup. You're my cup of tea!  

Starting at $85
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Deep Oval Platter
Deep Oval Platter

Deep Oval Platter

Masanobu Ando

I am a Deep Oval Platter. For some reason, everything gets handed to me.  

$250
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Flower Teacup and Saucer (OUT OF STOCK)
Flower Teacup and Saucer (OUT OF STOCK)

Flower Teacup and Saucer (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a Flower Teacup and Saucer. Flowers and tea make everything better.  

$105
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Silver Drop Vase (OUT OF STOCK)
Silver Drop Vase (OUT OF STOCK)

Silver Drop Vase (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a Silver Drop Vase. Stay focused and don't drop the ceramic vase. You definitely will not receive an applause.  

$640
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Silver Round Teapot
Silver Round Teapot

Silver Round Teapot

Masanobu Ando

I am a Silver Round Teapot. I may have a cold metal handle, but I have a warm ceramic heart.  

$495
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Silver Oval Tray (OUT OF STOCK)
Silver Oval Tray (OUT OF STOCK)

Silver Oval Tray (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a Silver Oval Tray. Think outside the circle.  

Starting at $290
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Silver Geometric Teapot
Silver Geometric Teapot

Silver Geometric Teapot

Masanobu Ando

I am a Silver Geometric Teapot. I may be hard edged, but I have a warm heart.  

$455
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Reversible Slab
Reversible Slab

Reversible Slab

Masanobu Ando

I am a Reversible Slab. Two sides are better than one.  

$275
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Chrysanthemum Bowl (OUT OF STOCK)
Chrysanthemum Bowl (OUT OF STOCK)

Chrysanthemum Bowl (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a Chrysanthemum Bowl. Life is just a bowl of cherries.  

$185
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Travel Tea Set
Travel Tea Set

Travel Tea Set

Masanobu Ando

I am a Travel Tea Set. Oh the places you’ll go.  

$2,450
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Silver Mini Pitcher (OUT OF STOCK)
Silver Mini Pitcher (OUT OF STOCK)

Silver Mini Pitcher (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a Silver Mini Pitcher. Let's get to the point. This pitch is short.  

$78
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Sugar Pot
Sugar Pot

Sugar Pot

Masanobu Ando

I am a Sugar Pot. Sugar and spice and all things nice.  

$60
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Silver Large Bowl (OUT OF STOCK)
Silver Large Bowl (OUT OF STOCK)

Silver Large Bowl (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a Silver Large Bowl. Who's the super bowl champion now?  

$625
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Silver Division Tray (OUT OF STOCK)
Silver Division Tray (OUT OF STOCK)

Silver Division Tray (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a Silver Division Tray. Divide and conquer.  

$320
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Silver Square Tray (OUT OF STOCK)
Silver Square Tray (OUT OF STOCK)

Silver Square Tray (OUT OF STOCK)

Masanobu Ando

I am a Silver Square Tray. Every tray has a silver lining.  

$350
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Silver Teapot
Silver Teapot

Silver Teapot

Masanobu Ando

I am a Silver Teapot. I can always squiggle my way out of hot water.  

$795
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