Tableware That Brings the Table to Life

JUN. 2018 -no.1

Distinctive details within a simple form

It, the collection from masamura craft, was developed at the same time and from the same molds as RIMs, introduced that spring. A crisp line sets off two refreshing colors, bringing a light feeling to the damp days of the rainy season. Here, we focus on a shape that was unusual in POTPURRI's collection: a deep bowl with a flared, trumpet-like profile.

A clean silhouette with a defining line

The line around the rim defines It. Even though it shares its shape with RIMs, that one detail changes the impression, recalling vintage Scandinavian dishes and the Western-style tableware familiar in Japanese homes around the 1970s. Each line is painted by hand with a brush, carefully applied to keep the strokes as even as possible. Look closely, and the finish reveals the warmth of that patient work.

Tableware That Brings the Table to Life

KOSTA BODA Tumbler L: stocked in our store at the time of this feature

Varying the height of the pieces is one way to make a table setting more interesting. The deep bowl sits between the height of a plate and a cup or glass. It has presence without overwhelming the table, adding a little variety simply by joining your usual dishes. It holds stews, pasta and simmered dishes comfortably, and can also serve a generous salad for two without taking up as much space as a broad platter. Although it has the appearance of retro stoneware, it is surprisingly light. The stepped rim offers a place for your fingers, making the bowl comfortable to carry. Use It as an accent alongside RIMs: because they share their forms, the pieces combine naturally without making the setting feel too busy.