Please Note: I usually ship within 24 hours after payment. However, payments made on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday will be shipped on Monday since the post office is closed on weekends. Tracking updates on Catawiki may take some time to appear. Shipping costs include insurance but not customs duties. Import taxes or customs fees may apply depending on your country, and I cannot influence or adjust them. If you disagree with the customs charges, please contact your local customs office directly. As this item ships from Japan, delivery may take longer than usual. Authenticity & Handcrafted Nature: This tea bowl is entirely hand-thrown and fired using traditional methods. The clay body, glaze pooling, kiln marks, and irregularities are all the result of natural firing processes, not modern standardization. Although the maker is unknown, the bowl demonstrates a deep understanding of classical Ido aesthetics, suggesting production by a skilled potter familiar with tea culture rather than mass manufacture. The presence of the original tomobako confirms that this piece was historically regarded as a complete and valued tea object. Estimated Period: Late Edo to early Meiji period (circa 1850–1870) — a time when Japanese tea practitioners actively sought and reinterpreted Korean Ido aesthetics, refining their appreciation of rustic imperfection and material honesty. Description: ■ What Is an Ido Tea Bowl? Ido tea bowls originate from Korean folk wares of the Joseon dynasty and later became the most revered category of tea bowls in Japanese tea culture. Highly valued for: Rough, iron-rich clay Soft, translucent glaze with natural pooling Asymmetrical form and spontaneous kiln effects Ido bowls are admired not for perfection, but for their quiet authority and material truth. ■ About This Tea Bowl: This bowl displays many hallmarks prized in classical Ido wares: A thick, earthy clay body with strong iron presence Dynamic glaze interaction, revealing layers of fire and ash A grounded, stable foot that anchors the form visually and physically The interior surface shows dramatic glaze variation, creating a landscape-like depth that changes with light and angle — a feature particularly admired by seasoned tea practitioners. ■ Unknown Maker as an Aesthetic Value: In the tea tradition, anonymity does not diminish value — it often enhances it. Without the distraction of a famous name, attention is focused entirely on: Form Texture Weight Surface This aligns closely with the philosophical core of wabi aesthetics, where the object speaks through presence rather than authorship. Expert’s Insight: For European collectors, this bowl should be understood as a sculptural ceramic object shaped by fire, clay, and time. Its appeal lies in: Authentic Ido-inspired aesthetics Honest material expression Complete presentation with tomobako Strong compatibility with collections focused on Brutalist ceramics, Arte Povera, and material-driven modern art This is a piece that rewards slow looking and tactile engagement — a true contemplation object. Antique/Vintage Notice: This is a vintage item. Please note that it may show natural signs of age, such as minor wear, slight discoloration, or subtle imperfections. These characteristics are part of its history and enhance its authenticity. Shipping & Handling: We ship worldwide from Japan using insured and trackable services. All items are professionally packed to ensure safe delivery. Import duties or customs fees are the buyer’s responsibility. Delivery may take time depending on your location. Feel free to reach out with any questions.