Medium Bowl - Inyo #02

There is something special about the way this bowl came out of the kiln. The interior is full of movement, with rich tenmoku browns melting into golden tones, touches of soft blue, and a subtle pool of green gathered near the centre. Along the rim, the glaze breaks beautifully, creating natural drips and variation that make this piece feel alive and full of character.

Large enough for sharing and beautiful enough to leave on display, this is the kind of bowl that naturally becomes the centrepiece of the table.

Product Details

• Size: Approx. 9.5cm height × 25.5cm diameter
• Finish: Half dipped in glossy tenmoku, half in clear glaze over toffee-colored stoneware
• Material: High-fired stoneware
• Design: Wide serving bowl with visible throwing lines and natural glaze movement

Why You’ll Love It

The Inyo Series started as an experiment between two very different glazes. One side deep and dark, the other light and transparent. The contrast creates a balance that feels both bold and natural.

This bowl is full of details that reveal themselves over time. The glossy interior shifts between warm browns, honey tones, hints of blue, and soft green. The glaze pools and breaks differently across the surface, creating depth and variation that can never be repeated exactly.

The exterior is left largely raw, allowing the warm colour of the clay and the throwing lines to remain visible. Together with the flowing glaze along the rim, it gives the bowl a strong handmade character.

Perfect for serving large salads, pasta dishes, roasted vegetables, fruit, or sharing dishes at the centre of the table. It also looks beautiful displayed on a kitchen shelf or dining table between uses.

About the Inyo Series

The Inyo Series began as a quiet experiment. I was curious what might happen if I dipped each piece in two different glazes — one dark and rich tenmoku, the other soft and transparent clear glaze. The result reminded me of a landscape: layered, spontaneous, and full of contrast.

“Inyo” is the Japanese word for yin and yang — and this series reflects that idea in both form and finish. Where the two glazes meet, something new and unexpected always appears. Some flows are bold, others gentle — each piece completely unique.

Every item in the series is made slowly and intuitively by hand. The variation in the glazes gives them a sense of quiet movement, and a presence that goes beyond function.

Perfect for anyone who appreciates both the bold and the simple.

Shipping & Delivery

• I ship to most countries worldwide!
• Processing Time: Orders are carefully packed and shipped within 1-4 business days.
• Your bowl will be securely packaged to ensure it arrives safely.

For more details, visit my Shipping & Delivery page.

A Little About IKKAI Ceramics

At IKKAI, every piece is handmade with care and attention to detail. I believe in the beauty of imperfection—each item has its own unique character, making it truly one-of-a-kind. The name IKKAI means "one time," reflecting how every piece, whether ceramic or wood, is unique and full of personality. Learn more about my process on the About Me page.

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