An authentic Japanese vintage Chawan (茶碗) handmade in 1981 during the Showa period, acquired directly from an official Japanese auction.

This exceptional tea bowl comes complete with its original signed wooden storage box and official documentation, greatly enhancing its authenticity, provenance, and collector appeal.

Created by a skilled Japanese ceramic artist, this handmade Chawan displays the quiet elegance and balanced form expected in traditional Chanoyu utensils. The glaze, texture, weight, and tactile balance reflect the philosophy of Japanese craftsmanship, where beauty is found in both function and imperfection.

Its rich glaze variations, natural kiln effects, and subtle surface character make this bowl equally suited for traditional matcha preparation, tea ceremony practice, or display as a collectible work of Japanese ceramic art.

For collectors of Japanese pottery, tea utensils, and Showa-era studio ceramics, pieces with original box and paperwork are increasingly difficult to find.

This is an authentic vintage Japanese ceramic work and not a reproduction.

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Product Highlights

Authentic 1981 Japanese Chawan
Handmade by Japanese ceramic artist
Artist signed example
Original wooden storage box included
Official documentation included
Traditional tea ceremony form
Beautiful vintage glaze and kiln character
Ideal for tea ceremony or display
Acquired from official Japanese auction
Rare collector-grade example

Additional Information About This Item

Item Type: Chawan (茶碗)
Origin: Japan
Period: Showa Era, dated 1981
Material: Ceramic / pottery
Technique: Handmade studio pottery
Signature: Artist signed
Included: Original wooden box and paperwork
Use: Matcha preparation, tea ceremony, display, collection
Provenance: Acquired from official Japanese auction

About Chawan

The Chawan is one of the most important utensils in Chanoyu, valued not only for function but for its tactile balance, seasonal character, and artistic expression.

Each handmade bowl carries subtle individuality through firing, glazing, and the artist’s personal style.

Condition

Excellent vintage condition.

Minor age-related wear, light glaze variations, kiln marks, and small imperfections may be present, consistent with authentic handmade Japanese pottery.

These characteristics enhance the individuality and authenticity of the piece.

Please review all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the item description.

Provenance

Acquired from an official Japanese auction, guaranteeing authenticity and origin.

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