Japanese Vintage Tea Bowl Kourai chawan Korean Ceramics Likely from Kyush KRS162

Japanese Vintage Tea Bowl (1960s–1980s) – Inspired by Korean Ceramics – Likely from Kyushu (Karatsu Style) – Fine Restoration – Wabi-Sabi Aesthetic – KRS162

🔶 Description:
This is a Japanese vintage tea bowl, believed to have been made between the 1960s and 1980s, most likely in the Kyushu region of Japan, such as Karatsu.
While the form and glaze clearly draw inspiration from traditional Korean ceramics—particularly those of the Joseon dynasty—the clay, glaze, and firing style suggest that it is a Japanese-made piece.

The bowl features a warm beige glaze with hand-applied reddish-brown slip, offering a rustic yet elegant appearance. The foot shows a traditional cut design, and the bowl has undergone a delicate and refined restoration, demonstrating a deep respect for the piece and the aesthetics of imperfection.

🔶 Product Features:

• Type: Japanese Vintage Tea Bowl

• Material: Glazed stoneware

• Period: Circa 1960s–1980s

• Origin: Japan (likely Kyushu region, Karatsu style)

• Design: Korean-inspired beige glaze with reddish slip and traditional cut foot

• Repair: Finely executed restoration by a skilled artisan

🔶 Use:
Perfect for collectors of Japanese or Korean-style ceramics, tea ceremony enthusiasts, or those wishing to incorporate wabi-sabi aesthetics into their interior décor. A beautiful fusion of cultural influence and quiet refinement.

🔶 Size (Approx.):

• Diameter: 13 cm / 5.1 inches

• Height: 9.5 cm / 3.7 inches

• Weight: 327g

🔶 Condition:
Used – Shows signs of age including glaze wear, minor chips, and a skillfully executed hand restoration. A small chip is also present on the foot. These imperfections enhance the piece’s vintage charm and authenticity.

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