Vtg Japanese Ceramic Green Tea Bowl

This is a vintage Japanese ceramic green tea bowl or matcha chawan. This bowl has a black Tenmoku glaze with pale blue and gold, many thin, dripping lines. This vertical line pattern happened naturally during the firing process. The rim is dark brown. There is a signature near the foot.  It is sturdy and easy to handle.  It comes with a paper box.
Green tea bowls are traditionally used to prepare and drink green tea during tea ceremonies, but can be used in many scenes of modern everyday life.  

• Black, pale blue, gold, brown
• Ceramic
• C1980
• Kanji on the box: 抹茶 matcha, 茶盌 chawan tea bowl, 美焼謹製 made by Miyaki or Biyaki
• Item weight: 357 grams
• Packed weight: 657 grams
• Approx. 11.7 cm wide x 7 cm tall
• Good condition considering age. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.

• We got this item at an antique auction in Tajimi in Gifu, Japan

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About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items. We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.