Shaped with a refined floral silhouette and finished in a rich brown glaze, this medium size serving bowl has an understated elegance. Its flower-like shape evokes the chrysanthemum, a symbol of autumn, the ninth lunar month, and immortality.
Crafted at the foot of Mount Shodai in Kumamoto Prefecture, Shodai ware is renowned for its simple and bold forms, natural textures, and harmonious color contrasts created by dynamic glazing techniques. It boasts a 400-year heritage and was officially recognized as a national craft in Japan in 2003, for its distinctive production techniques, and cultural significance. This pottery stands out for its use of coarse, high-iron clay and unique glazing methods, which result in a powerful, rugged appearance and a rich variety of natural colors.
The tradition of Shodai ware is deeply rooted in the local culture, originally serving tea ceremony masters and later evolving into practical daily ware maintaining simplicity and strength.
Shaped with a refined floral silhouette and finished in a rich brown glaze, this medium size serving bowl has an understated elegance. Its flower-like shape evokes the chrysanthemum, a symbol of autumn, the ninth lunar month, and immortality.
Crafted at the foot of Mount Shodai in Kumamoto Prefecture, Shodai ware is renowned for its simple and bold forms, natural textures, and harmonious color contrasts created by dynamic glazing techniques. It boasts a 400-year heritage and was officially recognized as a national craft in Japan in 2003, for its distinctive production techniques, and cultural significance. This pottery stands out for its use of coarse, high-iron clay and unique glazing methods, which result in a powerful, rugged appearance and a rich variety of natural colors.
The tradition of Shodai ware is deeply rooted in the local culture, originally serving tea ceremony masters and later evolving into practical daily ware maintaining simplicity and strength.
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