Crane Neck Vase-Auspicious Clouds nycxdesign-2026-finalist and the Kirigirisu perched upside

and the Kirigirisu perched upside down in the tense air is a very natural and skillful composition

A minimalist form composed of contrasting materials

accentuating the visual texture created by the concave and convex surfaces resulting from the chamfering

The balcony is an important space directly connected to the living and dining room

We could definitely say this is the true form of Japanese Chouchin

Crane Neck Vase-Auspicious Clouds nycxdesign-2026-finalist and the Kirigirisu perched upsideIron Decoration (, Tetsu e): Tetsu e refers to a decoration technique where iron based pigments are used to paint designs onto ceramics. These iron based paints result in a reddish brown or dark color that is characteristic of this style. This technique was commonly used in Japanese pottery during the Edo period, and it gives the pieces a rustic, subtle aesthetic. The iron glaze, fired during the kiln process, produces a unique color, often earthy and