This striking chawan (matcha bowl) is entirely glazed in an iron-rich glaze, producing a unique matte black, almost metallic finish. Made in the classic Ido form, the bowl has an open shape and stylish bamboo-node foot (竹の節高台 - takenofushi koudai).

Made by Kengo Sugawara (菅原顕悟) of Yōki Kiln (陽気窯). Sugawara-san is an independent potter who started a kiln at the foot of Mt. Katsuragi in Nara out of a desire to create goods with his hands. He specialises in kohiki (粉引) a Korean slip coating technique.

Dimensions:

13cm (5.1in) - width
7cm (2.8in) - height
200ml - capacity

Condition: New

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