Description
Discover how Xandre LLC connects traditional Ryukyu craftsmanship with global collectors of contemporary Japanese art and luxury lifestyle objects. By sourcing directly from recognized Okinawan craft artisans, our curated catalog presents authentic island glassblowing through works that reflect Okinawa's natural landscapes, coastal heritage, and evolving artistic traditions. The work of Kouji Nakano (中野幸治) represents a contemporary expression of Okinawan glassmaking, combining technically precise furnace craftsmanship with organic forms, layered color, and light-responsive textures.
This hand-blown glass art bowl features a gently undulating fluted rim and a dynamic composition of soft pink gradients and deep indigo-blue swirls. Fine micro-bubbles and clear crystalline glass add depth to the composition, allowing the vessel to shift subtly as light passes through its surface. Designed as both a functional decorative dish and a display piece, it can serve as a centerpiece for fine dining, interior styling, or a contemporary Japanese art collection.
Artistic Characteristics
- Blossom & Wave Palette: Soft pink tones form the visual foundation, complemented by deep indigo-blue movements that flow through the interior contours.
- Organic Fluted Form: A gently scalloped five-point rim creates an expressive silhouette while producing varied reflections as light moves across the glass.
- Suspended Micro-Bubble Texture: Fine bubbles incorporated into the glass create visual depth and a subtle sense of translucency and movement.
- Artisan Craftsmanship: Created by Kouji Nakano (中野幸治), an Okinawa Prefecture Traditional Craft Artisan (沖縄県伝統工芸士).
- Artist Identification: Accompanied by the artist's studio mark and handwritten artisan tag bearing the name 中野幸治.
Curator's Note
Each piece by Kouji Nakano is individually mouth-blown. Natural variations in swirl geometry, color density, bubble distribution, contours, and glass flow occur as part of the handcrafting process. These variations are inherent characteristics of authentic Okinawan studio glass and contribute to the individuality of each work.
Specifications
| Attribute | Details |
| Artisan / Creator | Kouji Nakano (中野幸治) — Okinawa Prefecture Traditional Craft Artisan |
| Certification | Certification No. 152 |
| Origin | Okinawa Prefecture, Japan |
| Category | Hand-Blown Glass Art Bowl / Decorative Serving Dish |
| Materials | Hand-blown Ryukyu glass with fine pigment inclusions |
| Diameter | Approx. 18.0–20.0 cm |
| Height | Approx. 4.5–5.5 cm |
| Weight | Approx. 450–550 g |
| Packaging | Signature retail presentation packaging with artist authentication labeling |
| Quantity Included | One (1) handcrafted Ryukyu glass art bowl / dish |
Care Instructions
Hand wash gently with cold or lukewarm water using a soft sponge and mild dish detergent.
Do not:
- Use a dishwasher
- Use a microwave
- Pour boiling liquids into the vessel
- Expose the glass to sudden temperature changes
Avoid thermal shock, as rapid temperature changes may damage handcrafted glass and affect the structural integrity and coloration of the piece.
Shipping & International Orders
Domestic shipping within Japan is available. International orders may incur additional shipping charges, import duties, VAT, GST, customs fees, or other local taxes. These costs remain the responsibility of the recipient and vary according to the destination country's regulations. Product note: Because the bowl is individually handcrafted, the actual piece may differ subtly from product photography in swirl geometry, color distribution, bubble concentration, contours, dimensions, and overall appearance.
Description
Discover how Xandre LLC connects traditional Ryukyu craftsmanship with global collectors of contemporary Japanese art and luxury lifestyle objects. By sourcing directly from recognized Okinawan craft artisans, our curated catalog presents authentic island glassblowing through works that reflect Okinawa's natural landscapes, coastal heritage, and evolving artistic traditions. The work of Kouji Nakano (中野幸治) represents a contemporary expression of Okinawan glassmaking, combining technically precise furnace craftsmanship with organic forms, layered color, and light-responsive textures.
This hand-blown glass art bowl features a gently undulating fluted rim and a dynamic composition of soft pink gradients and deep indigo-blue swirls. Fine micro-bubbles and clear crystalline glass add depth to the composition, allowing the vessel to shift subtly as light passes through its surface. Designed as both a functional decorative dish and a display piece, it can serve as a centerpiece for fine dining, interior styling, or a contemporary Japanese art collection.
Artistic Characteristics
- Blossom & Wave Palette: Soft pink tones form the visual foundation, complemented by deep indigo-blue movements that flow through the interior contours.
- Organic Fluted Form: A gently scalloped five-point rim creates an expressive silhouette while producing varied reflections as light moves across the glass.
- Suspended Micro-Bubble Texture: Fine bubbles incorporated into the glass create visual depth and a subtle sense of translucency and movement.
- Artisan Craftsmanship: Created by Kouji Nakano (中野幸治), an Okinawa Prefecture Traditional Craft Artisan (沖縄県伝統工芸士).
- Artist Identification: Accompanied by the artist's studio mark and handwritten artisan tag bearing the name 中野幸治.
Curator's Note
Each piece by Kouji Nakano is individually mouth-blown. Natural variations in swirl geometry, color density, bubble distribution, contours, and glass flow occur as part of the handcrafting process. These variations are inherent characteristics of authentic Okinawan studio glass and contribute to the individuality of each work.
Specifications
| Attribute | Details |
| Artisan / Creator | Kouji Nakano (中野幸治) — Okinawa Prefecture Traditional Craft Artisan |
| Certification | Certification No. 152 |
| Origin | Okinawa Prefecture, Japan |
| Category | Hand-Blown Glass Art Bowl / Decorative Serving Dish |
| Materials | Hand-blown Ryukyu glass with fine pigment inclusions |
| Diameter | Approx. 18.0–20.0 cm |
| Height | Approx. 4.5–5.5 cm |
| Weight | Approx. 450–550 g |
| Packaging | Signature retail presentation packaging with artist authentication labeling |
| Quantity Included | One (1) handcrafted Ryukyu glass art bowl / dish |
Care Instructions
Hand wash gently with cold or lukewarm water using a soft sponge and mild dish detergent.
Do not:
- Use a dishwasher
- Use a microwave
- Pour boiling liquids into the vessel
- Expose the glass to sudden temperature changes
Avoid thermal shock, as rapid temperature changes may damage handcrafted glass and affect the structural integrity and coloration of the piece.
Shipping & International Orders
Domestic shipping within Japan is available. International orders may incur additional shipping charges, import duties, VAT, GST, customs fees, or other local taxes. These costs remain the responsibility of the recipient and vary according to the destination country's regulations. Product note: Because the bowl is individually handcrafted, the actual piece may differ subtly from product photography in swirl geometry, color distribution, bubble concentration, contours, dimensions, and overall appearance.
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