Ice-like crackle patterns and a soft glow spread across the surface of the ceramic lighting.
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This time, we would like to introduce “Hyoretsu Kannyu,” one of the most distinctive expressions among CTSH LIGHT.’s ceramic lighting.
Hyoretsu Kannyu is a technique in which a fine crackle pattern, like broken ice, appears on the surface of the glass glaze.
At first glance, it may look like cracked ice or as if patterns are layered beneath a thin film.
This delicate, deep expression is the unique charm of Hyoretsu Kannyu.
Even with the same glass glaze, the presence of Hyoretsu Kannyu on the surface changes how it catches the light and how shadows appear.
By day, you can enjoy the expression of the ceramic itself.
By night, you can enjoy the soft shadows created when it is lit.
Hyoretsu Kannyu is lighting that allows you to enjoy both the material and the light.
About the Artist:
The Hyoretsu Kannyu series is created by ceramic artist Miho Yanagimoto. More details about the creative background and the artist can be found on a separate page.
Learn more here:
Artist Profile: Miho Yanagimoto | Atelier bellevoile
Hyoretsu Kannyu: Delicate Crackle Patterns Born in Ceramics
Kannyu refers to the fine crackle patterns that appear in the glaze on the surface of ceramics.
Many people may have seen thin lines on the surface of vessels or other ceramics.
Hyoretsu Kannyu is a type of kannyu where the cracks overlap in a more complex way, creating an appearance like cracked ice.
Rather than a simple single line, fine lines overlap and spread, creating depth.
The patterns are not overly regular, and each one is unique.
Fine lines float quietly on the white surface of the ceramic.
When this expression enters a space as lighting, it takes on a distinctive presence.
Patterns Are Not Drawn, But Born
The charm of Hyoretsu Kannyu is that the patterns are not drawn afterward, but are expressions born during the firing and cooling process.
The ceramic body and the glaze that covers the surface.
The difference in their shrinkage causes fine crackles to appear on the surface of the glaze.
In other words, the patterns of Hyoretsu Kannyu are not completely controlled decorations.
Even when made in the same way, differences arise in how the lines form, overlap, and are distributed.
This uncertainty is the beauty of Hyoretsu Kannyu.
Rather than making everything uniform like an industrial product, it allows you to enjoy the natural variations unique to ceramics.
Hyoretsu Kannyu is an expression that lets you feel the charm of “yakimono.”
A Quiet Depth That Looks Like Ice
True to its name, “Hyoretsu,” Hyoretsu Kannyu has the impression of cracked ice.
However, it is not merely a cold expression.
Fine lines overlap within the white glass glaze, and when it catches the light, a quiet depth is created.
Because black clay is used for the ceramic body, the contrast between black and white further accentuates this depth.
Up close, you can see the delicate patterns.
From a little further away, it blends into the space as a soft white shade.
When lit, the light overlaps with the patterns on the surface, revealing an expression different from that of daytime.
The way its impression changes depending on the viewing distance and time of day is another charm of Hyoretsu Kannyu.
Rather than a boldly assertive decoration, it has a quiet beauty that draws you in.
Hyoretsu Kannyu possesses such a subtle presence.
Giving Expression to White Glass Glaze
White glass glaze lighting is clean and blends easily into a variety of spaces.
On the other hand, a completely white, smooth surface can sometimes look too simple in certain spaces.
Hyoretsu Kannyu adds a delicate expression to that whiteness.
Rather than asserting itself strongly through color, it creates depth with patterns on the surface.
Rather than drastically changing the shape, it alters the impression through the expression of the glaze.
This makes it easy to incorporate naturally into calm spaces.
White walls.
Wooden floors.
Gray tiles.
Plaster walls or Japanese materials.
The white of Hyoretsu Kannyu blends quietly into such spaces.
Lighting That Is Beautiful Even When Unlit
Lighting is often thought of as something to turn on at night.
However, pendant lights and wall lights are visible in the space during the day as well.
The Hyoretsu Kannyu shade is beautiful even when it is not lit.
When it catches natural light.
When light enters diagonally through the window.
When the brightness of the walls or ceiling changes.
The white of the ceramic and the crackle patterns on the surface quietly reveal their expression.
By day, like an objet.
By night, as a soft glow.
The charm of the Hyoretsu Kannyu series is that it can be enjoyed not only when lit, but also when it is turned off.
A Soft Light Born When Lit
The appearance of Hyoretsu Kannyu lighting when lit is also impressive.
Rather than reflecting light sharply like metal, the ceramic shade catches the light and makes it appear soft.
The light from the bulb hits the white ceramic, creating a gentle brightness on the surface of the shade.
Within that, the fine patterns of Hyoretsu Kannyu quietly emerge.
Not a strong light, but a gentle light.
Rather than glare, a calming light.
Rather than simply brightening a space, the Hyoretsu Kannyu light is a lighting that seems to softly adjust the atmosphere.
Enjoying Each Unique Expression
The patterns of Hyoretsu Kannyu differ one by one.
The way the lines form.
The density of the patterns.
The expression of the glaze.
How it appears when it catches the light.
Even though they are lights from the same series, they will not have completely identical expressions.
This is not a flaw, but a charm unique to ceramics.
Unlike the uniform, orderly beauty of mass-produced products, Hyoretsu Kannyu has the individuality of each piece.
Discover the expression of the lighting that arrived in your home little by little.
Enjoy the patterns that change depending on how the light falls.
Savor the expression of the ceramic that catches your eye from time to time in daily life.
This kind of enjoyment is also unique to the Hyoretsu Kannyu series.
A Quiet Sense of Quality Born from the Combination with Brass
CTSH LIGHT.’s Hyoretsu Kannyu series combines ceramic shades with brass parts.
The soft white of the glass glaze.
The black clay with its rough texture.
The delicate patterns of Hyoretsu Kannyu.
The warm metallic feel of brass.
This combination creates a quiet sense of quality in the space.
Where the ceramic alone might feel a little too soft, brass adds a core of strength.
Where metal alone might look a little too hard, the ceramic adds gentleness.
By complementing each other, the Hyoretsu Kannyu lighting takes on an expression that is not overly Japanese or Western.
In a beautiful newly built space.
In a renovated space with character.
In a home with wooden furniture or plaster walls.
It blends in quietly while leaving a distinct presence.
Enjoying Hyoretsu Kannyu as a Pendant Light
A pendant light is a light hung from the ceiling.
The charm of the Hyoretsu Kannyu pendant light is that it is easy to enjoy the expression of the shade up close.
In the dining room or at the kitchen counter, the ceramic shade is positioned close to eye level, making it easier to feel the texture of the crackle patterns and brass parts.
In the entryway, restroom, or hallway, it can be hung against a wall or in a corner to create a small point of light in the space.
Around an open-plan area or stairs, choosing a slightly larger size can clearly showcase the presence of the ceramic.
The impression of a pendant light changes depending on the height and position at which it is hung.
At what height should the quiet expression of Hyoretsu Kannyu be shown?
On which wall should the light fall?
Should it be used as a single light or with multiple lights?
Depending on how you choose, the impression of the space will also change.
Enjoying Hyoretsu Kannyu as a Wall Light
A wall light is a light installed on a wall.
The Hyoretsu Kannyu wall light can add the expression of ceramics and a soft glow to the wall.
In the entryway, as a light that welcomes you home.
In the hallway, as a light that creates shadows on the wall.
In the bedroom, as a calming light at a low position.
In the washroom, as an accent with texture.
In the living room, as lighting that beautifully showcases the wall.
Because a wall light is close to the wall, you can clearly see how the light spreads and the presence of the shade.
Rather than simply adding brightness to the wall, the Hyoretsu Kannyu shade adds a quiet expression to the wall surface.
Unlike a pendant light, Hyoretsu Kannyu glows as if leaning against the wall.
Its modest appearance is also one of its charms.
Small Sizes Gently Complement the Negative Space
The Hyoretsu Kannyu series comes in several sizes.
The smaller sizes are suitable for places where you want to gently add light to the space.
Restroom.
Entryway corner.
Corner of the washroom.
Hallway.
Bedside in the bedroom.
Around the stairs.
In these places, if the lighting is too large, it can create a sense of confinement.
With a small Hyoretsu Kannyu shade, you can enjoy the expression of the ceramic and the light while leaving negative space in the room.
Small, but with depth in the material.
Modest, but memorable.
Even in a small size, Hyoretsu Kannyu creates a distinct expression in the space.
Large Sizes Become the Main Attraction of the Space
A large Hyoretsu Kannyu shade can be used as the main attraction of the space.
Entry hall.
Open-plan area.
Stairs.
Spacious dining room.
Living room wall.
Accent lighting for a store or salon.
As the size increases, the surface area of the ceramic expands, and the Hyoretsu Kannyu patterns become more striking.
Although it is a white shade, the delicate patterns on the surface prevent it from looking too simple.
Rather than strongly decorating the space, it becomes the main attraction through the expression of the material.
A large Hyoretsu Kannyu shade has such an elegant presence.
A Quiet Expression That Blends into Both Japanese and Western Styles
Hyoretsu Kannyu lighting has an expression that is easy to match with both Japanese and Western spaces.
The material of ceramics has a calming quality that evokes Japanese homes and the culture of pottery.
On the other hand, the combination of a simple white shade and brass parts blends naturally into modern interiors.
In spaces like Japanese-style rooms or traditional Japanese houses, the quietness of the material is a perfect match.
In spaces with mortar-style kitchens, gray walls, or Scandinavian furniture, the combination of white porcelain and brass becomes a soft accent.
Not leaning too far toward either.
Yet blending into both.
Hyoretsu Kannyu lighting has such a beauty with room to breathe.
The Reason Production Quantities Are Limited
Hyoretsu Kannyu is characterized not only by its visual beauty but also by the difficulty of its production.
Because the glaze is applied thickly, fired, and then cooled to reveal the patterns, skill and experience are required to achieve the desired result.
Also, not everything turns out the same.
How the patterns appear.
The condition of the glaze.
The expression after firing.
The consistency of the finish.
Because these elements come together, production quantities are limited.
Hyoretsu Kannyu lighting is not complete simply by creating the shape.
It only becomes a product when it is beautifully finished, including the expression of the glaze.
Therefore, depending on the timing, it may be out of stock or take time to deliver.
Including its rarity, Hyoretsu Kannyu is a special ceramic lighting.
Summary
Hyoretsu Kannyu is an expression whose charm lies in the delicate crackle patterns born on the surface of the ceramic.
Fine lines like cracked ice.
Patterns layered beneath the glaze.
A quiet depth floating on the surface.
A soft glow when lit.
All of these are the unique beauty of Hyoretsu Kannyu.
Hang it in a space as a pendant light.
Place it against a wall as a wall light.
Add it subtly in a small size.
Make it the main attraction of the space in a large size.
The expression of Hyoretsu Kannyu changes depending on where it is used and its size.
It is not a lighting that asserts itself strongly.
However, the closer you look and the more you light it, the more its charm is revealed.
The quietness of ceramics.
The delicacy of the crackle patterns.
The warmth of brass.
And the light that spreads softly through daily life.
The Hyoretsu Kannyu series is lighting designed to enjoy the expression of the material and the negative space of the light.
Hyoretsu Kannyu: Miho Yanagimoto
