Vintage Japanese Signed Hand Thrown Ceramic Tea Bowl Chawan Byoubu He leans on his staff

He leans on his staff in quiet serenity from a long life well lived

This is a very special Tsuba

the back of the plate reads Dai Nippon "Great Japan"The plate is made with high fired ceramics for lasting durability

These are sold as single saucers

It stands 2 1/2" high by 2 3/4 in diameter and 5" wide with the spout

Vintage Japanese Signed Hand Thrown Ceramic Tea Bowl Chawan Byoubu He leans on his staffThis 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.