HALLOWEEN KORO

It might just be me but I thought this quirky Ki-Seto koro was perfect for a Halloween post. As soon as I first saw this piece I was struck by the interaction of glaze and texture and the outside of the box thinking regarding the cool form and exaggerated lid. This Ki-Seto koro was made by Toki native, Kato Mitsuhide who has exhibited routinely in the region and won several awards along the way as well as having pieces collected for permanent collection. The use of this particular Ki-Seto works hand in glove with this articulated, textural form where it runs for thick to thin and from dryish to wet and works to absolute perfection on the organic looking lid. I could say there are just tons of things that this wonderful pot reminds me of, but that would be a long list and take some time, let it suffice to say that I think it is perfect for Halloween, or any other day for that matter. No matter how many times that I look at this piece it constantly conjures up some emotion or another and it brings a slight smile to my face each and every time. Happy Halloween!  

FWIW I have put up a short Instagram video of this koro, perfect for Halloween; https://www.instagram.com/albedo3studio/