Midnight Moss Bowl
AVYAJ
Price: Rs. 1,600.00
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Part of the AVYAJ collection, this bowl honors the quiet strength found in fundamental forms. Its low-slung, sturdy silhouette draws inspiration from the ancient geometry of Indian utility and the refined mindfulness of the Japanese chawan, bridging diverse heritages through a singular, balanced shape.
The surface serves as a living record of the kiln’s breath. Deep, shadowed greens bleed into midnight blacks, evoking the primordial texture of moss thriving on damp stone at the forest floor. Each tonal shift captures the fleeting moment when the earth’s minerals yield to the intensity of the flame, leaving behind a map of movement and heat.
To hold this bowl is to engage in a sensory ritual of grounding. Its weight provides a deliberate presence in the palms, urging a slower pace for daily nourishment. It is an invitation to find beauty in the subtle variations of the hand-formed rim and the cool, stone-like tactility that only fire and clay can provide.
All pieces are 100% food-grade.
Suitable for both dry and wet usage.
Ideal as serveware or everyday use pieces.
These are utilitarian art objects — not recommended for use as cookware.
Dishwasher-safe and oven-friendly.
Avoid microwave use.
Dimensions: 11.5 × 6.5 cm
Weight: 290 grams
Firing Technique: Woodfire Stoneware
Capacity: 430ml
Process & Craft
Each piece is hand-thrown using locally sourced Indian stoneware clays, chosen for their resilience and mineral depth. The bowl underwent a transformative 16–20 hour wood-firing at 1300°C. During this process, the combustion of Casuarina wood released fly ash that traveled through the kiln, settling on the ceramic surface to create a natural glaze. The resulting 'runs' and textures are an unpredictable gift of the fire, making every vessel a unique artifact of the elements.
Sustainability Practices
Made in serene, low-waste pottery studios that prioritize mindful production.
All materials used — clays, glazes, oxides — are natural and non-toxic.
High-temperature firing ensures long product life, reducing breakage and replacement cycles.
Crafted in small batches to support ethical production and minimize overconsumption.
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