Vintage Japanese Textural Chawan, Tea Bowl - Earthy Ash Glaze Yukata showcasing subtle variations in glaze

showcasing subtle variations in glaze and form that reflect authentic Japanese craftsmanship

known as a Kanban

using wide

and handle patina are natural and add to the authentic character

Vintage Japanese Textural Chawan, Tea Bowl - Earthy Ash Glaze Yukata showcasing subtle variations in glazeA vintage Japanese sculptural tea bowl crafted from coarse, mineral rich clay. During the intense heat of wood firing, feldspar granules expanded and burst through the clay walls, creating a dense ishihaze (stone explosion) texture across both the exterior and interior surfaces, guiding the eye down to a thick pool of natural wood ash glaze (biidoro) at the bottom.