Chawan Chawan Made of Satsuma Ware by Gyokusen

This chawan made of fine Satsuma ware impresses with its elegant form and careful execution. Particularly striking is the decor of vividly red leaves, which stand in harmonious contrast to the warm, light-colored glaze.

The leaves symbolize the beauty of autumn as well as the cycle of nature, lending the bowl a calm, contemplative presence. The fine crackle structure of the glaze underscores its traditional character while also pointing to the long history of Satsuma ware.

Signed Gyokusen on the wall, with the red Satsuma stamp on the base; according to the box, the bowl comes from the Satsuma Tōjudō workshop. The accompanying signed wooden box underscores the authentic origin and makes this piece especially valuable both for tea practice and for a collection of Japanese ceramic art.