Japanese Edo Period Seto Tenmoku Tea Bowl #5443

width: approx. 12.2cm (4.80in)
height: approx. 5.8cm (2.28in)
weight: 224g (w/box 473g)

This Japanese ceramic tea bowl is a Seto Tenmoku piece dating to the Edo period. It features a deep black glaze with subtle tonal variations and natural sheen created through traditional kiln firing. The smooth curved profile and carefully proportioned foot reflect classic Seto ware craftsmanship. The contrast between the dark glaze and exposed clay adds depth and character, making each angle visually engaging. As an example of Edo period Japanese pottery, this Seto Tenmoku bowl represents the historical development of glazed ceramics in Japan and is well suited for collectors of Japanese antique ceramics, Seto ware, and Tenmoku-style bowls. Keywords: Japanese tea bowl, Seto Tenmoku, Edo period pottery, Japanese ceramic bowl, antique Japanese ceramics.