Yunomi

Warren Mac Kenzie, Yunomi, ca. 1980, stoneware and glaze, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift from the collection of Michael Peter Giza, 1998.55.3
Copied Warren Mac Kenzie, Yunomi, ca. 1980, stoneware and glaze, 3 1⁄2 x 3 3⁄4 in. (8.9 x 9.6 cm) diam., Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift from the collection of Michael Peter Giza, 1998.55.3

Artwork Details

Title
Yunomi
Artist
Date
ca. 1980
Location
Dimensions
3 1⁄2 x 3 3⁄4 in. (8.9 x 9.6 cm) diam.
Credit Line
Gift from the collection of Michael Peter Giza
Mediums
Mediums Description
stoneware and glaze
Classifications
Object Number
1998.55.3
Linked Open Data
https://edan.si.edu/saam/id/object/1998.55.3

Artwork Description

Warren MacKenzie's Japanese-inspired pottery begs to be held. The absence of a handle on the tea bowl makes it necessary to cup the pot in the hands, creating an intimate connection between the object and user.