Seto Kurogama - Chawan - Ceramic - Shino Chawan

This is a Japanese Shino tea bowl (Shino Chawan) created by Ken Kato of Seto Kurogama.

Features:
• Traditional Shino tea bowl featuring a soft milky-white feldspar glaze
• Beautiful yuzu-hada texture with subtle surface variations characteristic of Shino ware
• Warm red and orange highlights from oni-ita clay and kiln effects, creating a unique ceramic landscape
• Delicate blue abstract line decoration inspired by traditional E-Shino designs
• Natural hand-crafted form with a slightly irregular rim and exposed clay foot
• Includes original wooden box (tomobako), artist biography, and yellow protective cloth with seal

The combination of the pure white Shino glaze, warm fire colors, and expressive decoration reflects the beauty of traditional Mino ceramics. A refined tea bowl with a calm yet distinctive presence, suitable for collectors of Japanese tea ceremony utensils and fine pottery.

Dimensions
Diameter: Approx. 10–11 cm
Height: Approx. 7–8 cm

Color
Milky white with red, orange, and blue accents

Accessories
Original wooden box (tomobako), artist biography, and yellow protective cloth included

Condition
Used condition.
No noticeable scratches, cracks, or major damage have been found.
Please carefully review the photos for the detailed condition of the item.

About the Artist
Ken Kato is a Japanese ceramic artist from Seto, Aichi Prefecture, known for creating works based on traditional Mino ceramic techniques such as Shino and Oribe ware.

He studied the unique beauty of classical Japanese ceramics and developed his own style while inheriting the spirit of traditional pottery. According to the included artist biography, he held numerous exhibitions at major department stores and galleries, including venues in Nagoya, Kyoto, and Tokyo.

His works are appreciated for their beautiful glaze expression, refined forms, and respect for the historical traditions of Japanese ceramics.

【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, glaze, or pattern.

Each work is truly one of a kind, as the same design is never reproduced exactly.
The value of Japanese ceramics is often determined not only by the artist and history, but also by how strongly a collector connects with the beauty and atmosphere of a particular piece.

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 preserved in clean condition.
However, in some cases, signs of age such as stains, wear, or changes in appearance can enhance the sense of history and add to the charm of an antique piece.

This aspect is sometimes unpredictable, even for experienced collectors.

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