Vintage Japanese Iraho Tea Bowl Chawan Modern Artisan Signed Earthy Coarse
Description
Vintage Japanese Iraho Tea Bowl Chawan - Modern Artisan Signed - Earthy Coarse Texture 15cm PCP286
This is a quintessential Iraho Chawan (tea bowl), a style highly favored in the Japanese tea ceremony for its rugged, unpretentious beauty. This particular piece is the work of a skilled modern artisan, offering a vintage soul with contemporary craftsmanship.
Iraho ware is defined by its sandy, coarse clay and yellowish-brown glaze, which creates a distinctively tactile "sand-like" (irabo) texture. This bowl perfectly captures that aesthetic, featuring a wide, shallow form that beautifully showcases the whisked green tea.
Key Features:
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Classic Iraho Aesthetic: The bowl features the traditional loamy-yellow glaze and a coarse, grainy surface that provides a wonderful grip and organic feel.
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Artisan Signed: The base near the foot is impressed with a clear artisan seal, certifying this as a hand-crafted studio work.
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Dynamic "Keshiki" (Landscape): The interior glaze shows natural variations, including subtle iron spots and a central "whirlpool" effect from the potter's wheel, creating a captivating visual "landscape" for the tea drinker.
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Lightweight & Balanced: At only 217g, the bowl is surprisingly light and well-balanced, making it a pleasure to handle during tea practice.
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Original Presentation: Comes with its original wooden storage box (Kiribako), secured with a traditional flat cord.
Size (Approx.):
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Diameter: 15.0 cm / 5.9 in
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Height: 5.8 cm / 2.3 in
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Weight: 217 g / 0.48 lbs
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Box Size: 17.0 x 17.0 x 9.0 cm
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The bowl is structurally perfect with no chips, cracks, or repairs. The coarse texture is part of the original design. The wooden box is in good, clean condition.