Kyoto Ware: Ash-Glazed (Hai-yu or Kai-yu) Hira-Matcha Bowl with Hakeme Motif - by Kato Taiichi This is a refined Hira-Matcha bowl (flat-style tea bowl) crafted by the renowned Kyoto ceramicist, Kato Taiichi (also known as Heian Taiichi). The bowl features a beautiful Ash glaze (Hai-yu), characterized by its subtle greenish-gray tones and a delicate network of crackles (kannyu) that add depth to the surface. A dynamic Hakeme (brushstroke) motif in white slip sweeps across the interior, creating a sense of movement and "landscape" (keshiki) highly prized in the Japanese tea ceremony. The Hira-chawan style, with its wide diameter and shallow depth, is traditionally used during the peak of summer to help the tea cool faster, offering a sense of visual and tactile coolness to the guests. Weighing only 220g, it is exceptionally light and demonstrates the superior potting skills of the artist. Artist: Kato Taiichi (Member of Nitten, Japan's prestigious art exhibition). Signatures: Hand-incised character "泰一" (Taiichi) on the base (Koudai-waki). The artist's stamp is also present on the wooden box and the yellow wrapping cloth. Dimensions: H 6.0 cm × W 15.0 cm Weight: 220g (Extremely light and refined) Condition: Excellent condition. Comes with the original signed wooden box (Tomobako) and the artist-stamped cloth. Shipping & Environment Eco-Friendly Packaging: In our commitment to environmental sustainability, we use recycled and repurposed packaging materials (such as boxes and cushioning) whenever possible. Rest assured, your item will be packed with the utmost care to ensure its safe arrival while minimizing our ecological footprint. Courier: The item will be shipped securely via DHL, FedEx, or Japan Post with a tracking number, depending on the destination and efficiency. Note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.