Katsunori Yaoita's New Mugs This is a mug from the “Frill” series. The white enamel is applied on top of the colored painting.
Eventually, the white decorative clay cracks and peels off over time, The white clay cracks and peels off over time. It is as if it was excavated from the earth. It has a unique texture as if it were excavated from the earth.
The design detail motifs of clothing collars and fronts are incorporated into the pottery, making this series very popular for its cuteness.
Katsunori Yaoita
Born in Niigata prefecture in 1969. Ceramist based in Nagaoka-shi, Niigata prefecture. Creates colorful utsuwa and objects that are full of poetic sentiment. The nostalgic halftone shades are reminiscent of well-known landscapes that express his unique view of the world.
