THE SPECIFICATIONS
Collection Status: Archived / Private Collection.
Dimensions: 5" x 6” x 3.5”
Materials: Native Japanese clay, wood-fired natural ash glaze, river stone, mountain stone.
Exclusivity: One-of-a-kind archival piece.
Fulfillment: Handcrafted in Kobe, Japan. Curated exclusively by Chariots on Fire.
THE SCULPTURAL NARRATIVE
“Wakusei — literally ‘wandering star,’ the Japanese word for planet — evokes the movement and mystery of celestial bodies. The First Moon evokes the outer orbit of Wakusei, capturing its elemental spirit in miniature. From his atelier in Japan’s lush hillsides, Tenshin Juba works in rhythm with nature, creating forms through ash glaze, clay, stone, and fire. Each sculptural moon object reflects the friction between earth and sky, feeling both ancient and newly discovered.
Juba’s practice is deeply connected to his environment. He uses materials drawn from the land, including rocks, fertile clay, fallen trees, and other organic matter. Rooted in a terrain he has known since childhood, his work combines familiarity with experimentation.
Fire is central to Juba’s process. By subjecting his work to extreme temperatures reaching 2336°F / 1280°C, he creates dramatic changes in surface and form. Over roughly seven days of firing, the work develops a range of tactile effects, from glassy pools of silica and polished metallic tones to the rugged emergence of rocks from the surfaces achieved through the ichi-haze, or ‘stone-burst,’ technique.
This premier Moon Objet bears the direct imprint of both the artist’s hand and nature’s force, serving as a profound celebration of the natural world. Perfect for desktops or shelves, it brings depth and character to quiet corners of the home. From his hands to yours, let the conversations begin.”
— Discover the complete studio story behind this collection in the Chariots on Fire Journal.
THE SPECIFICATIONS
Collection Status: Archived / Private Collection.
Dimensions: 5" x 6” x 3.5”
Materials: Native Japanese clay, wood-fired natural ash glaze, river stone, mountain stone.
Exclusivity: One-of-a-kind archival piece.
Fulfillment: Handcrafted in Kobe, Japan. Curated exclusively by Chariots on Fire.
THE SCULPTURAL NARRATIVE
“Wakusei — literally ‘wandering star,’ the Japanese word for planet — evokes the movement and mystery of celestial bodies. The First Moon evokes the outer orbit of Wakusei, capturing its elemental spirit in miniature. From his atelier in Japan’s lush hillsides, Tenshin Juba works in rhythm with nature, creating forms through ash glaze, clay, stone, and fire. Each sculptural moon object reflects the friction between earth and sky, feeling both ancient and newly discovered.
Juba’s practice is deeply connected to his environment. He uses materials drawn from the land, including rocks, fertile clay, fallen trees, and other organic matter. Rooted in a terrain he has known since childhood, his work combines familiarity with experimentation.
Fire is central to Juba’s process. By subjecting his work to extreme temperatures reaching 2336°F / 1280°C, he creates dramatic changes in surface and form. Over roughly seven days of firing, the work develops a range of tactile effects, from glassy pools of silica and polished metallic tones to the rugged emergence of rocks from the surfaces achieved through the ichi-haze, or ‘stone-burst,’ technique.
This premier Moon Objet bears the direct imprint of both the artist’s hand and nature’s force, serving as a profound celebration of the natural world. Perfect for desktops or shelves, it brings depth and character to quiet corners of the home. From his hands to yours, let the conversations begin.”
— Discover the complete studio story behind this collection in the Chariots on Fire Journal.
