Handed Bowl Ash + Beeswax Chestnut

Mr. Tomii uses various techniques such as turning, moulding, and lacquer to create a unique world with precision, warmth, and a strong sense of purpose. By using it over time, the material, the creator, and the user become like a single, inseparable substance.” I'm looking forward to seeing you.

This bowl with handles is the featured product of this arrival. Power and finish are the best. The handle was not added later, but carved from a large chestnut tree with a diameter of about 50cm. The more you look at the precise technology, the more you will fall in love. The beauty of the conduit, which is slightly emphasized by the lye finish, is also a sight to behold. Engraved on the back.

Regarding how to use this bowl, Mr. Tomii himself says, "There are various ways to use this bowl, such as serving salad or chunks of meat. We are a family of five, so we often use this bowl separately. Sometimes when we drink alone, we use this bowl. There are also times when I serve various ate." It goes well with the set of Chinese tea.

Please feel free to use and nurture it with your own creativity.

Long side: Approx. 50.3cm (including handle) / Short side: 35.5cm/ Height: Approx. 5cm

Takashi Tomii Biography

1976 Born in Niigata prefecture.
From 1994, he attended high school in Oregon, USA for one year. It was during this time that I became interested in trees.
2002 Dropped out of the Graduate School of Pure and Applied Sciences, University of Tsukuba. Studied woodworking at Forest Takumi Juku in Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture.
2004 Joined Oak Village Co., Ltd.
2008 Moved to Shigaraki-cho, Koka-shi, Shiga, and opened a workshop in Dosenbo, Minamiyamashiro-mura, Soraku-gun, Kyoto.
2009 Selected for the first time at the 83rd National Exhibition. Selected every year since then.
2012 Received the Newcomer Award at the 86th Kokuten.
2015 Moved home and studio to Oguni-cho, Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture.
2017 Recommended as an associate member of the Kokugakai at the 91st Kokuten.
2019 Received Associate Member Excellence Award at the 93rd National Exhibition.

*Because it is an artist's work, there are individual differences in color, shape, size, thickness, etc.
*Avoid using a dishwasher or microwave oven.After use, wash with a sponge with water or lukewarm water by stroking gently, then wipe off the moisture and dry. If necessary, use a neutral detergent.

*Since this product is made of natural materials, please avoid excessive drying and dampening due to direct sunlight, hot or cold wind.

* There may be stains due to the oil content of cooking, but as you use it repeatedly, it will become familiar and the whole will change to amber color.
*No returns or refunds will be accepted. Please understand this when purchasing.

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July 23, 2020