Kawasaki Waraku - Chawan - Ceramic - Akaraku Chawan Bamboo

This is an Aka Raku tea bowl by Kawasaki Waraku, a traditional Raku ware kiln in Kyoto.

The warm reddish-brown glaze is decorated with freely painted bamboo motifs in black, creating a bold yet elegant contrast. The natural variations in the glaze, irregular rim, and expressive brushwork give the bowl a distinctive character closely associated with Japanese tea ceremony aesthetics.

Features:
• Traditional Aka Raku tea bowl by Kawasaki Waraku
• Warm reddish-brown glaze with natural variations in tone
• Bold hand-painted bamboo design in black
• Expressive brushwork extends around the body of the bowl
• Slightly irregular rim and softly rounded form
• "Waraku" maker's mark impressed near the foot
• Original wooden box (tomobako) with inscription and seal included
• Original cloth and documents included

Dimensions
Diameter: Approx. 11.8 cm
Height: Approx. 7.8 cm

Color
Reddish-brown with black bamboo decoration

Accessories
Original wooden box (tomobako), cloth, and documents 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
Kawasaki Waraku is a traditional Raku ware kiln in Kyoto with a history dating back to the Bunsei era (1818–1830).

The tradition originated with Tanzakuya Shichizaemon and has continued for approximately 200 years through successive generations devoted to the production of Raku ware.

In 1918, the kiln received the name "Waraku" from Admiral Togo Heihachiro, and the name has since been carried on by the kiln in its production of Raku ware for the Japanese tea ceremony.

【About Japan Antique】
One of the unique characteristics of Japanese pottery is that even pieces of the same shape can vary greatly in value 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 determined not only by the artist and its 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, both the item and its original box are more desirable when preserved in clean condition. However, signs of age such as stains, wear, or changes in appearance can sometimes enhance the sense of history and add to the charm of an antique piece.

This is one of the unpredictable pleasures of collecting Japanese antiques.

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