#82 Small Kokeshi Vessel Kaymet I planted the cactus low

I planted the cactus low within the pot so that the soil is not visible

and votives or pillars with a diameter of up to 2”

giving an excellent balance and grip

The interior bowl has two holes for a wire to secure a root if needed

#82 Small Kokeshi Vessel Kaymet I planted the cactus lowAkio Nukagas work explores the possibilities of how he leaves a trace of himself in clay. This piece features his signature Pleated Work technique of carving grooves into the wet clay after it is thrown on the wheel. The forminspired by traditional kokeshi dollsis accentuated by these grooves curving down the profile of the vessel creating movement and rhythm. After the first firing and before the second, he finishes the vessel by applying different