Chawan Chawan Made of Raku Ware by Shoraku Heian

One of a kind — this work exists only once.

Signature / Stamp:
Shoraku Heian
Period:
Shôwa (1926–1989)
Dimensions (height x width):
8 x 12 cm
Weight:
342g
Item number:
5816

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Details about the sold piece

  • ColorBlack
  • MaterialCeramics
  • Style / TraditionRaku-yaki
  • Wooden BoxYes

Description

A deep brown shading into aubergine with fine golden flecks makes this tea bowl a particularly refined example of Raku-yaki. The thick glaze was applied in several layers and cooled rapidly during the open firing, producing the shimmering color gradations characteristic of Raku – no two pieces show exactly the same pattern. The chawan bears the signature of Shoraku Heian and has a pleasingly round, well-proportioned shape.

In raking light, the fine golden flecks in the glaze stand out clearly, lending the otherwise dark surface an understated preciousness. The wall was hand-built and is slightly uneven, giving the bowl a warm, immediate tactile quality.

The tea bowl is delivered in a wooden box signed by the potter, which provides safe storage and documents its provenance. A stylish piece from the Shōwa period, suitable both for the tea ceremony and as a fine display object for collectors of Raku ware.

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