两只日本茶碗——无釉与绿色釉，侘寂美学，附艺术家传记 - 陶瓷 - 日本 - Shōwa period (1926-1989)

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This lot consists of a set of two Japanese tea bowls created by Japanese ceramic artists.
Both pieces are hand-formed, resulting in naturally uneven shapes rather than perfect symmetry. These subtle distortions and gentle irregularities reflect the Japanese aesthetic of wabi-sabi, emphasizing imperfection, naturalness, and quiet beauty.

The set combines two works with contrasting materials and glaze finishes, allowing the viewer to appreciate their differences as well as their harmony when presented together.

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① Unglazed Tea Bowl (Suyaki)

Artist: Kenkichi Yamada (Tenjin Kiln)

This tea bowl is unglazed, highlighting the raw texture of the clay itself.
Color variations, surface roughness, and visible trimming marks created during firing give the piece a rustic and powerful presence.

The form intentionally avoids strict symmetry, incorporating gentle distortions that convey warmth and the character of hand craftsmanship.
An impressed seal (artist’s mark) can be found on the foot of the bowl.

Size (approx.)
• Diameter: approx. 13 cm
• Height: approx. 9 cm

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② Green-Glazed Matcha Bowl

Artist: Nobuaki Kato

This matcha bowl features a deep green glaze with natural variations in tone and flow, creating a rich and organic surface expression.
The rim shows slight undulations, and the non-uniform form gives the bowl a soft, relaxed impression.

The balance between the refined overall shape and the remaining irregularities makes this piece well suited for the tea ceremony.
An impressed seal (artist’s mark) is present on the foot.

Size (approx.)
• Diameter: approx. 12 cm
• Height: approx. 7 cm

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This set includes printed biographical documents describing the artists, offering insight into the background and context of each work.
Both bowls are handmade in Japan and are suitable for both practical use and appreciation as ceramic artworks.

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Details
• Country of origin: Japan
• Material: Ceramic
• Contents: Tea bowls, 2 pieces
• Artists:
• Kenkichi Yamada (Tenjin Kiln) – Unglazed tea bowl
• Nobuaki Kato – Green-glazed matcha bowl
• Characteristics: Hand-formed, intentionally uneven shapes, wabi-sabi aesthetic
• Accessories: Printed biographical documents
• Marks: Impressed seals on the foot of both bowls

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Condition

Both pieces show individual variations in shape, glaze, and color resulting from the handcrafting and firing process. These characteristics are inherent to the works and are not considered defects.
No major chips or cracks are observed.
Please refer to the photographs for a detailed view of the condition.