Chawan 茶碗（ちゃわん）｜Asano Yūun 浅野遊雲（あさのゆううん） This work is a tea bowl created by ceramic artist Asano Yūun. Fine grains of stone appear as accents within the piece, while a brown clay body is layered with transparent glaze and milky white glaze, forming a carefully balanced surface. The bowl is a relatively deep chawan, designed so that matcha retains its warmth more easily during colder seasons. --- Artist Profile Asano Yūun has been producing ceramic works for over 50 years, focusing primarily on tea ceramics made for the tea ceremony. In addition to traditional Raku-style tea bowls, he has worked with a wide range of techniques, including carbonized firing known for its deep black surface texture. --- Accessories Original wooden box --- Dimensions & Weight Height: 9.5 cm Diameter: 11.5 cm Weight: 378 g --- Technique & Condition This tea bowl is crafted using ceramic techniques. It bears a carved signature near the foot. The condition is good, with small signs of aging and use. --- Shipping Shipping via Japan Post EMS from Japan. Items are shipped only to countries where EMS delivery from Japan is available. Items are securely packed to ensure safe international delivery. Import duties, VAT, and customs handling fees are the sole responsibility of the buyer. For bidders in the United States: Please note that Japan Post is currently not accepting EMS shipments of commercial goods to the United States. If the winning bidder’s shipping address is in the United States, the item will be shipped via DHL Express instead. Please be aware that shipping costs via DHL are significantly higher than EMS rates.