This stoneware piece is a dynamic and aggressive interpretation of the Chamfered Tea Bowl (Tōl Wan) form, characteristic of the work of contemporary Bizen master Ryūichi Kakurezaki. The bowl exhibits an intentionally rugged and asymmetrical silhouette, departing from the historical refinement typically associated with Japanese tea wares.

The body of the bowl is formed from dark, coarse clay, given a complex surface treatment where heavy, glossy black glaze contrasts sharply with areas of matte, earthen brown. This stark coloration creates a sense of primal energy. The sides feature bold, irregular facets—the “chamfered” edges—which define its geometric shape and capture drips and pools of the dark glaze. Further enhancing the raw texture are prominent, haphazardly placed clay nodules or blisters, especially visible where the glaze meets the unglazed stoneware. The lip of the bowl is rough and uneven, inviting a tactile experience. Overall, the piece is a commanding example of avant-garde Bizen ceramics, fusing traditional material with a highly experimental, sculptural sensibility that emphasizes texture, contrast, and weight.