Rare Japanese Aka Raku Matcha Chawan by Waraku, 8th Generation Raku Kiln - Japan - Shōwa period (1926-1989)
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Rare one‑of‑a‑kind Aka Raku tea bowl by Waraku, 8th generation master, Showa 58 May, with glossy red glaze, craquelure, hand‑painted white line motifs and gilded speckles, thick solid body, supplied with original signed Paulownia box, storage cloth, certificate and leaflet; near unused vintage condition; provenance: private collection; country of origin: Japan.
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One-of-a-kind Aka Raku tea bowl crafted by Waraku, the 8th generation master of an independent Raku pottery kiln in Kyoto Gion. Not part of the Raku family (Chojiro / Kichizaemon lineage), it is a cherished folk Raku heritage workshop.
This chawan was made in May, Showa 58, marked “Waraku” stamped on base.
Glossy red glaze with natural craquelure, decorated with hand-painted white line motifs and gilded speckles. Thick solid pottery body with warm glazed texture.
Supplied complete with original signed paulownia wooden box, storage cloth, certificate and pottery leaflet, full set accessories.
Condition: Near unused vintage condition, barely any signs of use. Natural craquelure on glaze, no chips, cracks or repairs. All photos show the actual item you receive.
Premium Japanese tea ware for tea ceremony practice and Japanese ceramic collection.
One-of-a-kind Aka Raku tea bowl crafted by Waraku, the 8th generation master of an independent Raku pottery kiln in Kyoto Gion. Not part of the Raku family (Chojiro / Kichizaemon lineage), it is a cherished folk Raku heritage workshop.
This chawan was made in May, Showa 58, marked “Waraku” stamped on base.
Glossy red glaze with natural craquelure, decorated with hand-painted white line motifs and gilded speckles. Thick solid pottery body with warm glazed texture.
Supplied complete with original signed paulownia wooden box, storage cloth, certificate and pottery leaflet, full set accessories.
Condition: Near unused vintage condition, barely any signs of use. Natural craquelure on glaze, no chips, cracks or repairs. All photos show the actual item you receive.
Premium Japanese tea ware for tea ceremony practice and Japanese ceramic collection.
Details
Dynastic Style/Period
Shōwa period (1926-1989)
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
Japan
Title of artwork
Rare Japanese Aka Raku Matcha Chawan by Waraku, 8th Generation Raku Kiln
Condition
Good condition
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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