Japanese Autumn Maple Lidded Bowl
Japanese Autumn Maple Lidded Bowl
Japanese Autumn Maple Lidded Bowl
Japanese Autumn Maple Lidded Bowl
Japanese Autumn Maple Lidded Bowl
Japanese Autumn Maple Lidded Bowl
Japanese Autumn Maple Lidded Bowl
Japanese Autumn Maple Lidded Bowl
Japanese Autumn Maple Lidded Bowl
Japanese Autumn Maple Lidded Bowl
Japanese Autumn Maple Lidded Bowl

Japanese Autumn Maple Lidded Bowl

$125.00 USD
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Embrace the Essence of Japanese Autumn

Bring the serene beauty of Japan's autumn landscape directly to your table with our exquisite authentic historic ceramic Autumn Maple Lidded Bowl. This charming vessel, steeped in the rich tradition of historic Tajimi ceramic, is designed to elevate your dining experience.

A Symphony of Autumn Hues and Textures

Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this bowl features a warm, earthy ochre background that serves as a canvas for delicate red, green, and white maple leaves. These leaves appear to dance across the surface, capturing the vibrant spirit of a Japanese autumn.

The unique, gently speckled glaze is a testament to its handmade origins. Iron content from the natural clay emerges on the surface, creating a subtle, organic texture reminiscent of a forest floor. This depth and warmth infuse each piece with a truly artisanal feel.

Versatility Meets Elegance

Designed with a wide mouth and generous capacity, this lidded bowl is perfectly suited for a variety of culinary delights. While ideal for traditional Chawanmushi (savory egg custard), it also excels as an elegant serving dish for Nimono (simmered dishes), Aemono (dressed salads), or any small side dish.

The precisely fitting lid not only preserves the warmth of your culinary creations but also adds a touch of refined sophistication to your special occasion dining or seasonal hospitality.

The Mark of Handcrafted Excellence

Each historic Tajimi ceramic bowl is a unique masterpiece, carefully shaped and glazed by skilled artisans. This dedication to traditional craftsmanship means that no two bowls are exactly alike. Subtle variations in glaze texture, color, and pattern are inherent to the handmade process, making your bowl truly one-of-a-kind.

Important Considerations for Your Purchase:

  • Handcrafted Nature: Due to the artisanal process, slight differences in color, texture, and the appearance of the maple leaf pattern may occur between individual products.
  • Unique Beauty: These variations are not imperfections but rather a testament to the unique, handcrafted beauty of each piece. We kindly ask for your understanding and appreciation of these distinctive qualities.

The Legacy of Tajimi: A Golden Age of Ceramics

This piece originates from the historic kilns of the Tajimi region, an area whose very foundations are built on millennia of pottery making. During the turbulent Azuchi-Momoyama period (late 16th century), master potters fleeing war found sanctuary here. Supported by powerful warlords like Oda Nobunaga and visionary tea masters, they abandoned perfect symmetry to embrace the dramatic, irregular beauty of nature. To hold this vessel is to touch a 400-year-old story of political intrigue, artistic rebellion, and the relentless pursuit of the perfect tea ceremony.

Quantity 1
Size D 10 cm (3.9 in) x H 10 cm (3.9 in)
Material ceramic
Weight 278 g (0.6 lbs)
Microwave
  • Microwave safe
Dishwasher
  • Dishwasher safe