Vintage Japanese Chawan Hand Turned Showa Era Jubako Having been used lovingly and

Having been used lovingly and stored for over a century

and patina throughout

from Shōwa Shokugyō E-zukushi (Japanese Vocations in Pictures)

The mood is contemplative rather than triumphant

Along with a warm centuries old patina

Vintage Japanese Chawan Hand Turned Showa Era Jubako Having been used lovingly andJapanese Shino ware chawan (matcha tea bowl) with a soft, feldspathic glaze showing natural variation in cream, grey, and light earth tones. The form is rounded with a slightly irregular rim and a well defined foot. The surface shows subtle speckling and pooling typical of Shino style glazing, with a warmer interior tone from use and firing. Unsigned and without box. In good condition with no cracks or chips observed. A solid, usable tea bowl with a