About:
For the celebration of 400 years of porcelain production in Japan, the prefecture of Saga invited 16 international designers, to create 16 contemporary porcelain collections in Arita.
German designer Stefan Diez developed this tableware series that is striving to become a modern standard, having meticulously researched the cultural balance that exists between the Asian and Western approaches to food.
He proposes a modern-day collection that still sought out the cherished skills of the craftsman.
Size in cm: φ8 H2
Color: white
Usage: Suitable for microwave and dishwasher.
Please note that porcelain is a ceramic material of the highest quality. Admired because of its translucence, it is the strongest ceramic material and is much more durable then normal ceramic.
2016/ makes contemporary porcelain using the specialist skills found in the pottery town of Arita, Japan.
Local artistry is combined with international design talent in the making of desirable, everyday porcelain products. 2016/ aims to revive interest in and bring commerce back to this remarkable craft region and its makers.
The 2016/ project is being carried out by Saga Prefecture as part of the Arita Porcelain 400th Anniversary Project.
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