A handbuilt sculptural bowl exploring the relationship between the parts of ourselves that feel weathered and those that still hold warmth.
Deeply carved charcoal ridges move across one side of the bowl, meeting a bronze-toned surface marked by subtle variations and traces of making. The contrast recalls a landscape shaped over time: rough ground giving way to somewhere quieter, with neither surface losing its identity.
Its open, gently uneven form carries a sense of welcome. A bowl is a familiar shape associated with holding and gathering. Here, that familiarity becomes an invitation to consider what we carry within us—memories, responsibilities and the feelings we rarely put into words.
The textures remain visible inside the vessel. They suggest that finding stillness does not require us to smooth away everything we have experienced. Roughness and warmth can exist together.
Displayed alone, The Quiet Between offers a quiet focal point, revealing its carved detail and shifting mineral tones as the light moves across it.
Artwork Details
Year: 2026 Material: Black stoneware Medium: Hand built ceramic with deeply carved surface details Finish: Charcoal and bronze tones, combining pronounced ridges with a subtly pitted surface Edition: Unique original artwork Origin: Handmade in London Dimensions: [Height 16 cm × width 14 cm × diameter 100 cm approx]
Care Instructions
Handle with both hands, supporting the bowl from underneath. Avoid lifting by the textured rim or applying pressure to the carved details.
Dust gently with a soft brush. Clean other surfaces with a soft, slightly damp cloth when needed, and dry carefully. Avoid soaking, abrasive cleaners and dishwasher use.
Intended as a sculptural artwork. Food suitability and watertightness have not been confirmed.
