Vintage Japanese Pottery Tea Caddy Chaire Kimono Cover Wooden Box

Vintage 1980s Japanese Pottery Tea Caddy (Chaire) – Kimono Fabric Cover & Wooden Box

Celebrate the timeless beauty of Japanese tea culture with this authentic vintage Japanese pottery tea caddy (Chaire / 茶入) dating from the 1980s.

Traditionally used in Japanese tea ceremonies, this elegant tea caddy is crafted from glazed pottery and accompanied by a beautiful kimono fabric cover (Shifuku / 仕覆). The decorative fabric cover adds both protection and cultural significance, reflecting the refined aesthetics found within the Japanese tea ceremony tradition.

The piece embodies the spirit of Wabi-Sabi, the Japanese philosophy that appreciates simplicity, natural beauty, and the graceful passage of time. Its balanced form, ceramic craftsmanship, and traditional presentation make it a wonderful addition to any tea ceremony collection or Japanese art display.

This tea caddy comes with a wooden storage box. While the box is not original to the piece, it provides excellent protection and enhances presentation in the traditional Japanese manner.

Sourced directly from a Japanese Government Antique Auction, this charming tea ceremony item offers authenticity, history, and collectible appeal.

✅ Product Highlights
Authentic Japanese vintage tea caddy (Chaire)
Produced during the 1980s
Traditional Japanese tea ceremony accessory
Crafted from glazed pottery
Includes beautiful kimono fabric cover (Shifuku)
Wooden storage box included (non-original)
Excellent example of Japanese tea culture
Embodies traditional Wabi-Sabi aesthetics
Ideal for collectors and tea practitioners
Sourced from a Japanese Government Antique Auction
Beautiful display piece for tea rooms and collections
About the Tea Caddy (Chaire)

The Chaire (茶入) is a traditional tea container used in Japanese tea ceremonies for storing powdered tea (Matcha).

Often accompanied by a decorative Shifuku (仕覆) fabric pouch or cover, tea caddies are highly valued objects within tea ceremony culture and are appreciated for both their functionality and artistic beauty.

Collectors often seek unique tea caddies because each piece reflects the craftsmanship, materials, and aesthetics of its era.

Wabi-Sabi Aesthetic

This tea caddy embodies the Japanese concept of Wabi-Sabi, which celebrates:
Simplicity
Natural beauty
Imperfection
Tranquility
Appreciation of age and character

These qualities make tea ceremony objects especially meaningful and timeless.

Condition
Excellent vintage condition.
Light wear consistent with age
No cracks
No chips
Clean and well-preserved
The wooden box is a replacement and is not original to the tea caddy.

Please review all photographs carefully as they form part of the item's description and condition report.

Additional Information About This Item
Item Type: Tea Caddy (Chaire / 茶入)
Origin: Japan
Era: 1980s
Material: Glazed Pottery
Cover: Kimono Fabric Shifuku (仕覆)
Storage Box: Included (Non-Original)
Style: Traditional Japanese
Aesthetic: Wabi-Sabi
Condition: Excellent Vintage Condition
Provenance: Japanese Government Antique Auction

Suitable For:
Japanese Tea Ceremony
Matcha Collections
Tea Room Displays
Japanese Art Collections
Pottery Collections
Wabi-Sabi Decor
Cultural Exhibits
Unique Gifts

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📦 Condition
Please review all photos carefully, as they form part of the item description. Dimensions and additional details are provided in the images.