Vintage Japanese Hand Thrown Ceramic Tea Bowl Chawan 5" Obi born into an artistic family

born into an artistic family

All four drawers run smoothly and have forged iron handles with burnt lacquer finish

pink and green plum blossom as well as golden pine needles

Thick  = 7"

the eyes crinkled with delight

Vintage Japanese Hand Thrown Ceramic Tea Bowl Chawan 5" Obi born into an artistic familyThis is a vintage Japanese ceramic bowl known as a chawan (tea bowl) used in Japanese chado (tea ceremony). Showa era or mid to late 20th century. This bowl was hand thrown, hand painted, and high fired for lasting durability. This chawan measures approximately 5" in diameter by 3" tall. Having been in carefully stored or very lovingly use, it remains in very fine condition.