Handcrafted ceramic bowls

Rare and beautiful: set of 4 small handmade ceramic bowls. Irregular shapes: each bowl is slightly different, suggesting hand-made (thrown or modeled). Interior glaze: beautiful blue glaze effect with cloudy, almost crystalline reflections. Exterior glaze: darker, black or dark brown, with a beautiful matte or satin appearance. Crackle appearance on the interior: this is a glaze crackle, often sought after for its aesthetic side, but also typical of certain glazing techniques. Signed: a mark incised in the clay before firing: "md" with a diamond, probably the initials of the ceramist, a typical signature of contemporary artisanal ceramics, often produced by independent potters or workshops. No other indications on the artisan and the provenance. The style recalls Japanese wabi-sabi type ceramics or pieces by contemporary ceramists inspired by Japanese traditions, where imperfect shapes and textured glazes are very popular. Good condition, just a mini chip on the edge of one of the bowls. Diameters: between 9 and 10 cms for the 4 and they are all about 7 cms high.