SUBJECTIVE?

I realize that this is a purely subjective observational comment but really, is there anything more seductive than the surfaces of Ono Kotaro? Clearly thrown thick(ish), Ono sets about carving a rather curvy, sensuous pattern in deep relief that wraps around the form and creates a brilliant topography that is a joy for the eye and the hand. If you factor in that is perfect little form and all of its dynamic movement, a guinomi is the clone reduced in scale of a chawan, well you have the perfect little pot. Finished off in a pale blue seiji glaze, the guinomi is sealed and ready for extended use for your favorite beverage, a small portion of blueberries of just sitting there, static on shelf but with this form, let’s be honest, there is a sense of constant motion no matter where it ends up.