KURO RAKU teabowl Attributted to Raku 10th Tannyu #5516

width: approx. 11.4cm (4.5in)
height: approx. 7.5cm (3.0in)
weight: 314g (w/ box 536g)
condition: There is a light scratch in the glaze on the interior of the tea bowl, but it does not affect its usability.
Accessories: Original Wooden Box (Tomobako)
Shipping: Shipped from Japan with a tracking number. We take great care in professional packaging to ensure the item arrives safely.

This is an authentic Japanese Black Raku Tea Bowl (Kuro-Raku Chawan), attributed to the 10th generation of the Raku family, Tannyu (1795-1854). The Raku family is world-renowned as one of the "Senke Jishoku" (ten designated craftsmens guilds for the Tea Ceremony families).

Crafted during the late Edo period, this tea bowl embodies the essence of "Wabi-Sabi"—the Japanese aesthetic of finding beauty in imperfection and transience. The bowl features a powerful silhouette created through the traditional "Hera-kezuri" (spatula carving) technique, resulting in a tactile, hand-molded form that fits perfectly into the palms during a tea ceremony.

The deep black glaze, known as "Kuro-yu," exhibits a captivating landscape of textures. The subtle variations in the glaze's thickness and the way it pools and thins near the foot (Kodai) create a "Geshiki" (scenery) that reminds one of a quiet night or a deep cosmic void. This artistic interplay of clay and fire is a hallmark of high-quality Japanese pottery.

For collectors of antique Japanese ceramics and Matcha enthusiasts, this piece offers significant historical value. Whether used in a formal tea gathering to highlight the vibrant green of the tea or displayed as a centerpiece in a fine art collection, this Tannyu-style bowl represents the soul of Japanese craftsmanship. It comes with its original wooden storage box (Tomobako), which serves as both protection and a testament to its provenance.