Hand-built and wood-fired, this fish-shaped dish by Shigeyoshi Morioka carries the raw texture and quiet wit that mark his best-known work. Its form is simplified to a gestureβarched spine, open mouth, a single eye carved in relief. The surface, rich with fire markings, speaks of clay, ash, and flame rather than glaze or decoration.
Unconcerned with realism, this piece sits somewhere between sculpture and utensil. It can be used as a small tray or offered simply as presenceβan earthy, playful reminder of Moriokaβs deep connection to tradition, land, and hand.
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Crafts of China, Shared with the World
Ceramic Villa curates exceptional handmade works from across Chinaβobjects that embody patience, precision, and quiet beauty. Each piece reflects the makerβs devotion to material and form, revealing the living spirit of Chinese craftsmanship in a modern world.
We believe that true craft connects cultures. Through these objects, the warmth of hand and the wisdom of tradition travel beyond bordersβinviting people everywhere to experience the elegance and sincerity of Chinese creation.
