{"title":"Tousanyo","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBased in Gimhae, South Korea, ceramist Kimo An\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehas been handcrafting distinctive ceramic ware for several decades. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorking from his studio and showroom, he uses traditional wood-firing methods in a kiln he built in his backyard. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach piece undergoes both a bisque firing and a glaze firing in the wood-fired kiln—a process with a failure rate as high as 50-75%. 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Hand-pierced straining holes at the base of the spout allow tea to pour while keeping the leaves within the pot, a thoughtful functional detail that also reveals the direct touch of the maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTogether with the unpredictable markings of the wood firing and the carefully inlaid bird, these details give the vessel a character that feels both functional and distinctly sculptural.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA contemporary expression of Korean ceramic traditions, bringing together \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003esanggam inlay, wood firing, and hand-shaped form\u003c\/span\u003e in an intimate everyday vessel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe potter’s mark is hand-carved on the underside.\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:  \u003c\/strong\u003eW 4.25\"\u003cspan\u003e (including the handle \u0026amp; spout) x L 2.5\" \u003c\/span\u003ex  H 3.25\"; cc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Kimo An of Tousanyo: \u003c\/strong\u003eBased in Gimhae, South Korea, ceramist An has been handcrafting distinctive ceramic ware for decades, using traditional wood-firing methods in his studio named Tousanyo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted in Korea.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"tousanyo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47959328751805,"sku":null,"price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/5217\/3245\/files\/IMG_3547.jpg?v=1786130289"},{"product_id":"korean-wood-fired-porcelain-moon-jar-h-6-25","title":"Korean Wood-fired Porcelain Moon Jar, H 6.25\"","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHand-thrown by Korean ceramic artist \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eKimo An of Tousanyo\u003c\/span\u003e, this wood-fired moon jar carries forward the quiet beauty and enduring sensibility of Korea’s white porcelain tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003emoon jar, or dal hangari (달항아리),\u003c\/span\u003e emerged during the Joseon dynasty and takes its name from its generous, rounded silhouette, reminiscent of a full moon. Traditionally formed in white porcelain, moon jars are admired not for perfect symmetry, but for their subtle irregularities—the gentle shifts in contour and proportion that reveal the presence of the maker’s hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOver time, the moon jar has come to embody a distinctly Korean ideal of beauty rooted in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003esimplicity, wholeness, harmony, restraint, and natural imperfection\u003c\/span\u003e. Its full, expansive form also evokes \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ewholeness and abundance\u003c\/span\u003e, lending the moon jar associations with prosperity and a sense of quiet fullness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn Kimo An’s hands, these qualities are expressed through a softly swelling body that draws inward toward a small foot and restrained rolled rim. Wood firing gives the porcelain a warm ivory-white surface scattered with delicate specks and subtle tonal variations—quiet traces of flame, ash, and the atmosphere of the kiln. No two surfaces emerge exactly alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSerene yet full of character, the piece captures the enduring appeal of the Korean moon jar: \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003epure yet imperfect, restrained yet generous, and shaped through a dialogue between the maker, material, and fire.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAn's potter’s mark is impressed on the underside.\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe moon jar is accompanied by a traditional odongnamu (paulownia wood) presentation box, bearing the artist’s stamped seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDimensions: approx. opening diameter 3.25\" x mid circumference 21\" x H 6.25\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHandcrafted and wood-fired in Gimhae, South Korea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Kimo An of Tousanyo: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBased in Gimhae, South Korea, ceramist An has been handcrafting distinctive ceramic ware for decades, using traditional wood-firing methods in his studio named Tousanyo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"tousanyo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48352755024061,"sku":null,"price":600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/5217\/3245\/files\/IMG_4026.jpg?v=1788204186"},{"product_id":"korean-wood-fired-porcelain-dotted-gaiwan-teapot","title":"Korean Wood-Fired Porcelain Dotted Gaiwan Teapot \u0026 Saucer Set","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMeet the Korean wood-fired porcelain dotted gaiwan, wheel-thrown by Kimo An of Tousanyo and fired in a traditional wood-firing climbing kiln in Gimhae, South Korea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eScattered iron-rich markings and natural ash deposits punctuate the warm white porcelain, while minute, delicate crazing lends subtle depth to the surface. Together, these traces of clay, ash, and fire give the gaiwan a rich, weighty character that contrasts beautifully with its refined, elegant form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHandcrafted and wood-fired in Gimhae, South Korea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e*The featured tea cups are sold separately.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGaiwan \u0026amp; saucer set: opening \u003cspan\u003eØ 2.75\" \u003c\/span\u003ex W x 3.75\" (including the saucer) x H 3\"; holds 50cc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTea cup: opening \u003cspan\u003eØ 2.2\" x H 1.75\"; holds 40cc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Kimo An of Tousanyo: \u003c\/strong\u003eBased in Gimhae, South Korea, ceramist An has been handcrafting distinctive ceramic ware for decades, using traditional wood-firing methods in his studio named Tousanyo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted in Korea.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"tousanyo","offers":[{"title":"Gaiwan teapot \u0026 saucer set","offer_id":48386503508157,"sku":null,"price":280.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"The set + 1 tea cup","offer_id":48386505736381,"sku":null,"price":335.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"The set + 2 tea cups","offer_id":48386505769149,"sku":null,"price":385.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/5217\/3245\/files\/IMG_4238_db11a0e4-92ce-4c78-97d6-ebe024b0bcd8.jpg?v=1788555237"},{"product_id":"korean-wood-fired-porcelain-dotted-spouted-pouring-vessel-with-handle","title":"Korean Wood-fired Porcelain Dotted Spouted Pouring Vessel with Handle","description":"\u003csection class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA Korean wood-fired spouted pouring vessel by Kimo An of Tousanyo, featuring a playful arrangement of dots created using the traditional Korean \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003esanggam (상감)\u003c\/span\u003e inlay technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eEach dot is individually inlaid into the clay body, creating softly irregular markings in earthy shades of brown and olive against the warm ivory surface. Rather than appearing perfectly uniform, the dots vary subtly in tone and shape, giving the vessel a rhythmic, hand-drawn quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe tall, gently tapered form is finished with pt a small pinched spout and elongated loop handle, balancing utility with an understated sculptural presence. Wood firing introduces further variation to the surface, leaving delicate speckling, tonal shifts, and traces of the firing process that make each piece unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eRooted in a centuries-old Korean decorative tradition, the sanggam detailing feels distinctly contemporary here: simple, spontaneous, and quietly playful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eHandcrafted and wood-fired in Korea by \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eKimo An of Tousanyo\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: W 2.4\" x L 4.25\" (spout to the handle) x H 4\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Kimo An of Tousanyo: \u003c\/strong\u003eBased in Gimhae, South Korea, ceramist An has been handcrafting distinctive ceramic ware for decades, using traditional wood-firing methods in his studio named Tousanyo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"Sku-template--18681492177085__main\" role=\"status\" class=\"no-js-hidden\"\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"tousanyo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48411323236541,"sku":null,"price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/5217\/3245\/files\/IMG_4222.jpg?v=1789055522"},{"product_id":"korean-wood-fired-porcelain-espresso-cup-cat-and-bird-motif","title":"Korean Wood-fired Porcelain Espresso Cup, Cat and Bird Motif","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eKorean wood-fired porcelain espresso cup by Kimo An of Tousanyo\u003c\/span\u003e combines a compact contemporary form with playful, hand-drawn decoration. Its broad foot, gently narrowed body, and generous loop handle give the small vessel a sturdy, sculptural presence despite its intimate scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe porcelain has a soft, milky-white surface with subtle speckling and tonal variation produced through \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ewood firing\u003c\/span\u003e. Rather than appearing perfectly uniform, the surface retains slight shifts in color and texture that reflect the movement of flame and ash through the kiln. These variations give the cup an individual character and add warmth to the refined porcelain body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA loosely rendered \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ecat and bird motif\u003c\/span\u003e is drawn across the surface in spare brown lines. The imagery has an almost calligraphic quality, relying on a few expressive gestures rather than detailed illustration. As the cup is turned in the hand, the motif gradually reveals itself, making the decoration feel animated and closely tied to the experience of using the vessel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eKimo An’s cup balances utility with humor and informality. The combination of wood-fired porcelain, robust proportions, and spontaneous animal imagery gives it a distinctive character: a functional everyday object that also feels personal, tactile, and quietly playful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDimensions: opening diameter 1.5\" x W 3 including the handle x H 1.75\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Kimo An of Tousanyo: \u003c\/strong\u003eBased in Gimhae, South Korea, ceramist An has been handcrafting distinctive ceramic ware for decades, using traditional wood-firing methods in his studio named Tousanyo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted in Korea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"Sku-template--18681492177085__main\" role=\"status\" class=\"no-js-hidden\"\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"tousanyo","offers":[{"title":"1 cup","offer_id":48458687185085,"sku":null,"price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 as a set","offer_id":48458687217853,"sku":null,"price":210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/5217\/3245\/files\/IMG_4366_ce5f25f1-b21f-440c-be23-d8b69c65c289.jpg?v=1789594463"},{"product_id":"korean-wood-fired-guiyal-buncheong-sabal","title":"Korean Wood-Fired Guiyal Buncheong Sabal","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA wood-fired \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ebuncheong sabal\u003c\/span\u003e by Korean ceramic artist \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eKimo An of Tousanyo\u003c\/span\u003e, finished with expressive \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eguiyal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (귀얄) brushwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe bowl is formed with an open, gently flaring profile and a substantial foot, retaining the subtle throwing lines of the wheel throughout its surface. Over the darker clay body, a creamy white slip has been applied with a broad brush in the traditional \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eguiyal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e technique. The movement of the brush remains clearly visible, creating irregular bands of white, warm beige, and exposed clay rather than a completely uniform surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWood firing adds another layer of variation to the piece. Flecks of ash, darker mineral markings, small surface irregularities, and shifts in tone appear naturally across the bowl, giving the glaze a lively, weathered quality. Inside, the circular movement of the slip follows the form of the vessel toward the center, emphasizing the rhythm of both the wheel and the artist’s hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe underside is comparatively raw and earthy, allowing the character of the clay body to remain visible around the foot, along with the artist’s mark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRooted in the spontaneity of traditional Korean buncheong ware, this sabal feels loose and expressive while remaining highly functional—a bowl whose surface records the gestures of making, brushing, and firing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFine surface cracking and irregularities are natural characteristics of the wood-firing process, reflecting the interaction of clay, glaze, ash, and flame inside the kiln. 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