A COLLECTION OF

Thank you, Ward for the conversation on A COLLECTION OF !

Check it out:

http://www.collectionof.org/2011/12/05/kristindickson/

Window Shopping

Getting HAPPY for the holidays.

We are starting to pull out some handsome Japan treasures which we’ll post throughout the coming weeks.

The window is full of a selection of HAGI YAKI (Hagi ware) from the Yamaguchi prefecture.

The tradition of Hagi pottery is said to have originated during the 16th century as various Japanese military campaigns forced skilled Korean ceramic artists to Japan. Under the patronage of lord Mori Terumoto, Hagi yaki was developed and became in high demand as tea ceremony utensils for the wealthy class.

Hagi yaki is composed of mix of local clays which are slightly porous and generally orange-red in color. The variations of the translucent white glaze and pink spotting combined with rustic, humble forms give Hagi ware its unique identity. As the vessels are typically used for tea, moisture and tea deposits are absorbed in the tiny cracks (kannyu) in the glaze, causing the tone within the color of the ware to change over time.

Jonathan Mess

We are happy to present a grouping of sculptures

JONATHAN MESS

from his Landfill Series

Beautifully physical forms that undoubtedly point to geology, geography and time. A combination of clay bodies, glazes and stains.

For dimensions and more details call 323.719.1079 or email info@ikoikospace.com

PIN them UP!

MATT MERKEL-HESS, shin bowl and knee bowl, 2011

ZACHARY LEENER, L-box with leg planter, 2011

WAKA WAKA, cheese slice table, 2010 (image #9)

PIN-UP’s ISSUE 11, Fall / Winter:

Happy to announce some featured artists in this issue.

MATT MERKEL-HESS shin and knee bowl and ZACHARY LEENER ceramic sculpture-planter (or fruit container).

Both pieces are available at IKO IKO now, as well as a larger grouping of their ceramic practice with more pieces to come in December.

A wood themed furntiure spot for WAKA WAKA’s cheese slice table…you can see them in use at Creatures of Comfort in NY. We’ll be sharing some new WAKA WAKA furniture and a special collaboration in December as well.

Stay tuned!

IKO IKO + YHBHS

Thank you, David for the chance to be part of your always inspiring site—a perfect balance of interviews, art and design features and intelligent wanderings: