Mount Fuji Aka-Raku Chawan An elegant Aka-Raku tea bowl by Sasaki Shoraku, featuring a hand-painted image of snow-capped Mount Fuji accompanied by poetic calligraphy. The bowl’s warm reddish surface, softly contoured form, and gentle asymmetry create a quiet presence that is both refined and deeply evocative of the Japanese tea aesthetic. The motif of Fuji, long cherished as a symbol of beauty, auspiciousness, and timeless landscape, lends this work a lyrical and distinctly Japanese character. Aka-Raku belongs to the tradition of Raku ware, which emerged in Kyoto in the Momoyama period and is closely associated with the wabi aesthetic cultivated through chanoyu, the Japanese tea ceremony. For collectors and tea practitioners alike, an Aka-Raku bowl is appreciated not only as a utensil, but as an intimate object of contemplation—one that invites the hand, the eye, and the spirit into a moment of quiet reflection. Condition: Used Size: Approx. 12 cm × 7.5 cm Weight: Approx. 300 g Box: No tomobako included 【About Japan Antique】 One of the unique characteristics of Japanese pottery is that even pieces of the same shape can vary dramatically in price—sometimes several times, or even more than ten times—depending on subtle differences in color or pattern. Each work is truly one of a kind, as the same design is never painted twice. The price often reflects how beautiful the buyer finds the piece, or how strongly they feel they must have it, even if it means paying a high price. This is one of the true joys of collecting Japanese antiques. Generally speaking, both the item itself and its original box are more desirable when they are in clean condition. However, in some cases, signs of age such as stains or scratches can actually enhance the sense of history and increase the item’s value. This aspect is unpredictable, even for us. Attention: ・Please take a good look at the photos to confirm the condition of the item. ・We kindly ask you to place a bid only if you are happy with what you see. ・Unfortunately, we are unable to accept returns or refunds for reasons such as a change of mind or if the item does not match your personal expectations. ・Depending on your country of residence, additional duties and import taxes may apply. ・Please check your country's laws to determine if import taxes or duties apply. ・We are not responsible for any costs incurred in importing goods into the buyer's country of residence. ・If the winning bidder decides to cancel/ cancel, the risk, all shipping costs, and the seller's return import taxes are the responsibility of the winning bidder. 　Thank you for your understanding.