Tenmoku Chawan 天目茶碗（てんもくちゃわん） – Hourai-gama / Tankosha 蓬莱窯・淡交社（ほうらいがま・たんこうしゃ） This Tenmoku chawan displays a rich, lustrous black glaze with a beautifully mottled surface, echoing the celebrated aesthetics of Southern Song Jian ware. The deep tone and subtle oil-spot pattern create a refined interplay of light across the interior, giving the bowl an atmospheric presence that changes with each viewing. The form is well-balanced, with a generous rim and a neatly trimmed foot, offering both visual stability and comfort in the hands. Produced by Hourai-gama / Tankosha, a respected maker established in 1949, the piece carries forward a classical lineage while presenting a contemporary interpretation suited to today’s tea culture. Its natural glaze variations make it a visually engaging vessel for tea appreciation, and the signed tomobako (wooden box) enhances its value for collectors and practitioners alike. --- Artist Profile Hourai-gama / Tankosha 蓬莱窯・淡交社（ほうらいがま・たんこうしゃ） - Founded in 1949 as a maker and supplier of tea utensils in Japan. - Creates original items through special commissions from kilns nationwide. --- Accessories Tomobako (signed wooden box) --- Dimensions & Weight Height: 7.7 cm Width: 12.5 cm Depth: 12.5 cm Weight: 228 g --- Technique & Condition Material: Ceramic, iron glaze, ame-yu glaze Technique: Tenmoku glaze technique Condition: Excellent condition Estimated period: 1990 Era: 1900–2000 --- Shipping Shipping via Japan Post EMS from Japan. Items are securely packed to ensure safe international delivery. Please note that I can ship only to countries where EMS delivery from Japan is available. For bidders in the United States: Please be aware that additional import duties or tariffs may be applied by U.S. Customs, and the amounts can be significantly high depending on the item and the current regulations. If you choose to place a bid, please do so with full understanding of the possible customs charges. Import duties, VAT, and customs handling fees are the sole responsibility of the buyer.