Hand-Turned Wood Tray (18.5in/46.5cm)

Hand-Turned Wood Tray (18.5in/46.5cm)Shinichi and Yasue, the self taught artists behind Iida Woodturning, work exclusively with a lathe to celebrate the natural colour and grain of wood. This hand turned bowl is an example of their signature earth finish. Inspired by the Japanese concept of sabi which is dedicated to finding beauty in the natural ageing process its exposed to rain and soil to reach its distinctive texture and patina. Due to natural imperfections in the wood, this one of

During the 1950s and 1960s

These placemats are hand-woven on looms in Chiapas

with its languid fit and asymmetric hem

revealing a vibrant elephant motif surrounded by psychedelic flowers

with lifelike details replicating those of a mud crab

Other notable features include the accessories that have been wrapped in calf leather

and were hand-blown around the time William IV succeeded his brother

embroidering each linen napkin by hand with meticulous detail and finishing with a traditional curved corner

Every part of the craft story is carried out by maestros in Murano

garlics or ginger

Encased in a simple wooden case with brass carrying handles and a sliding front

The resulting streaks are unique to each espresso cup