White Raku “Sugi Nari” Bowl – Unique Kintsugi

Fleeting Beauty, Eternal Resilience: White Raku “Sugi Nari” Bowl with 22K Gold Kintsugi

Discover an exceptional piece, a Japanese white Raku bowl, embodying the unique aesthetic and profound philosophy of this ceramic technique. Its “sugi nari” form, literally “cedar shape,” is characterized by walls that gently flare out from the foot to the rim, evoking the slender and majestic silhouette of the Japanese cedar. This delicate curve gives the bowl a natural elegance and a pleasant feel, inviting contemplation and serenity.

The striking contrast between the purity of the white Raku glaze and the intensity of the black foot creates a captivating visual harmony. The Raku glaze, with its distinctive crackle and subtle nuances resulting from a rapid firing and smoking process, makes every piece absolutely unique.

Once broken, this bowl has been magnified by the ancient art of traditional Kintsugi with 22-carat gold. Far from concealing its marks, this restoration sublimates the fractures by transforming them into delicate golden veins, telling the story of its resilience and renewed beauty. Kintsugi is not just a repair; it’s a celebration of imperfection and transformation.

With its ideal dimensions of 4.7 inches in diameter and 2.8 inches in height, this bowl is perfectly suited for tea ceremonies. Its Kintsugi restoration, being food-safe, allows you to savor every sip from an object that combines art, history, and profound symbolism.