Porcelain Bowl #1

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Dr Iskandar's collection of bowls stands tall as a testament to the master craftsman of porcelain, David Leach, yet boldly asserts its own playful identity that diverges sharply from Leach's refined and measured style. Dr Iskandar's bowls break free from conventions, exhibiting irregular rims, punctured holes, tiny body protrusions, and one that defies gravity - stubbornly resting on its side. Dr Iskandar's writings shed light on the enchanting world of porcelain. He eloquently extols its virtues, describing bowls as "thin as air" and which "ring out" with an otherworldly vibration, as if crafted for some sacred purpose. He poetically captures porcelain's fleeting nature, likening it to "shards of my memories." Despite his admiration, Dr Iskandar reveals the challenges he faced working with porcelain - its low malleability and demanding requirements made it a formidable opponent. Most strikingly, he confesses that porcelain was never truly "me," a sentiment that speaks volumes about his own artistic journey.