Arita
In 1616, porcelain stones were discovered at Izumayama
mountain, which gave birth to Japan’s very first porcelain. In
the Edo era, many tableware artifacts belonging to Japanese
feudal lords were made from Arita porcelain, manufactured
in the northern part of Kyushu Island. After a research trip
to Japan, Neri&Hu were inspired to reinterpret this historic
manufacturing technique by using it in the production of the
Arita collection for Stellar Works. The result is a contemporary
dining collection with a 400 year old story behind it.
The ceramic set of seven bowls and plates started as a project
ensemble under. A Cabinet of Curiosity of seven objects to
be displayed in the glass cabinet. Each ceramic piece is a
different size with varying heights and volumes, blurring the
typology of bowls and plates to respond to the contemporary
lifestyle of full flexibility with distinction. Each vessel shape
offers endless functional possibilities, yet any combination
of them suggests a rebirth of a personalised table styling.
by Neri&Hu
Arita Vessels
These containers, inspired by Chinese traditional wine bottles,
offer two sizes for cold or warm liquids. The cups can be
stacked at the neck of the bottle to complete the visually
interesting set, while the brass holder offers a graceful detail
to the simple white shape.
Arita Liquid
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