Vintage Japanese Hand Thrown Signed Ceramic Tea Bowl Chawan Gyoshobako 1860's) Japanese Imari Vase

1860's) Japanese Imari Vase

Some wear is visible around the mouth and discoloration from early decades of use

It has a deep rich dark brown glaze (nearly black) over brown clay

This one weighs 12

He prefers strong colors and straightforward compositions

Vintage Japanese Hand Thrown Signed Ceramic Tea Bowl Chawan Gyoshobako 1860's) Japanese Imari VaseThis 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.