Textured Studio Pottery Bowl with Cream Glaze and Exposed Stoneware Rim

This beautifully handcrafted studio pottery bowl is a striking example of mid-century artisan ceramics, where simplicity of form meets the expressive texture of natural clay. The piece features a rounded profile with a slightly flared rim, its surface adorned with vertical hand-carved grooves that add rhythm and movement to its design. The exterior is coated in a soft cream-white glaze, delicately applied to allow the earthy brown stoneware beneath to peek through, enhancing the tactile and visual contrast. The top rim and base remain unglazed, exposing the raw, grainy texture of the clay and grounding the piece in organic authenticity.

Each incision and glaze drip reveals the potter’s hand and process, giving the vessel a sense of individuality and quiet sophistication. Likely wheel-thrown and hand-finished, this bowl captures the ethos of the wabi-sabi philosophy—beauty in imperfection, balance in asymmetry, and the honesty of natural materials. Its subtle tones and sculptural texture make it a versatile decorative accent, ideal for display on a console, shelf, or dining table. Perfect as a standalone statement piece or within a curated ceramic collection, this studio bowl embodies timeless craftsmanship and the enduring appeal of handcrafted pottery.

Dimensions: 4" diam. x 2" H