【Item Description】 Seizo Kiyozo - White Crackle-Glazed Matcha Bowl (Chawan) This elegant matcha bowl showcases the refined aesthetics of Japanese tea ceremony ware. Created by an artist signed "Seizo" (清造), this piece exemplifies the understated beauty characteristic of traditional chawan craftsmanship. The bowl features a stunning white matte glaze with an exquisite crackle pattern (kannyu) that covers the entire surface. This deliberate crackling creates a network of fine lines that add depth and character to the piece. The soft, warm white tone is specifically designed to complement and enhance the vibrant green of matcha tea, creating a harmonious visual contrast during the tea ceremony. The form is beautifully balanced with a gently rounded body and a slightly flared rim, providing comfortable handling during use. The matte texture of the glaze offers a pleasant tactile experience, feeling soft and warm in the hands. The foot ring is expertly crafted, showing the natural clay body beneath the glaze. One of the most appealing aspects of this type of tea bowl is its ability to develop character over time. In the world of tea ceremony, this process is referred to as "raising the tea bowl" (chawan wo sodateru). With continued use, the crackle lines become more pronounced and may develop subtle color variations, while the overall tone of the piece mellows, creating a unique patina that reflects its history of use. Though the artist lacks a signed box (tomobako) and specific biographical information cannot be confirmed, the quality of craftsmanship evident in the throwing, glazing, and overall execution suggests a skilled ceramist working within the Japanese tea ware tradition. This piece would make an excellent addition to any tea ceremony practice or collection of Japanese ceramics, offering both functional utility and aesthetic pleasure. 【Size】 Height: 8.5 cm Diameter: 12 cm 【Weight】 346 g 【Condition】 Excellent condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs. The beautiful crackle glaze (kannyu) is intact throughout, showing natural crazing patterns as intended by the artist. 【Artist Profile】 The artist signature "Seizo" (清造) appears on the base of this tea bowl, though without an accompanying signed box (tomobako), specific biographical details cannot be confirmed. The quality of execution demonstrates competent craftsmanship in the Japanese ceramic tradition, particularly in tea ceremony ware production. Shipping & Important Notice [Shipping] The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped from Japan with tracking via Japan Post, DHL, or FedEx, depending on the situation. It normally takes about 3 weeks for delivery. [Customs and Duties] Import duties, taxes, and VAT are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility and vary by country. [Important: Delivery Contact] Sometimes Customs or the delivery company in your country will contact you via phone or email for clearance. Please ensure you can answer their call. If the parcel is returned due to a lack of contact, the buyer will be responsible for the additional return and reshipping costs (which can be double the original fee). I appreciate your understanding and cooperation. Bid with confidence!