Joined Bowl, Watermelon — Okinawa

From "Atelier Kucchane", which renders the abundant nature of Okinawa and all manner of motifs in painting as endearing and pop as a picture book, comes the "joined bowl (watermelon)", bringing a summery liveliness to the table.
A charming, playful form, as though two small bowls had "joined" together. The vivid colour of ripe red watermelon, the plain touch only hand-painting gives, and the gentle, warm clay texture of yachimun brighten the table at once.
The "joined bowl" lets you enjoy two foods at once, and comes into its own at the daily table.
Keep pickles and condiments apart, or serve jam and butter, chocolate and nuts, cheese and olives to go with a drink — the pleasure is being able to bring them out on one plate without the flavours mixing.
A piece combining visual impact with real usefulness, welcome for yourself, and equally for someone fond of Okinawa or someone you would like to make smile.