Teabowl Tea Bowl with White c. 2010

Kim Hono’s “Teabowl Tea Bowl with White” (c. 2010) is a small, hand-crafted ceramic teabowl that is currently in the collection of the Minneapolis Institute of Art. The piece is made in a traditional Japanese style with a roughly-hewn form and an uneven, natural-looking glaze. Hono’s use of white and brown glaze evokes a sense of the natural landscape, showcasing her connection to the rich history and tradition of Japanese ceramics. This bowl is designed for use in the Japanese tea ceremony, a practice that is steeped in ritual and tradition.