This playful effect is replicated in the design: when illuminated

Though there are very few artisans of this craft practicing today

cut pieces of wood arranged in a fun design

making them the perfect weight for year-round use

These two shallow bowls nest within each other

#47 Small Imperfection Vessel klaviyo-bis-include This playful effect is replicatedThis year Akio set out to create new expressions through the beauty of imperfection. Drawing inspiration from Kakuzo Okakura, Akio says, "Okakura notes that imperfect objects invite us to use our imaginationsto 'complete' them in our minds eye. His ideas inspired me to think beyond symmetry and explore imbalance, which gave way to Imperfect Vessels. I hope youll enjoy it and let your imagination run wild!" This piece features his signature Pleated