Brushstroke Black Medium Bowl
Brushstroke Black Medium Bowl
Brushstroke Black Medium Bowl
Brushstroke Black Medium Bowl
Brushstroke Black Medium Bowl
Brushstroke Black Medium Bowl
Brushstroke Black Medium Bowl
Brushstroke Black Medium Bowl
Brushstroke Black Medium Bowl

Brushstroke Black Medium Bowl

$28.00 USD
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Discover Timeless Elegance

Experience the perfect harmony of Japanese tradition and modern design with our exquisite historic Tajimi ceramic Brushstroke Black Medium Bowl. This beautiful piece is a testament to sophisticated craftsmanship, designed to elevate your dining experience. Due to its limited availability, seize the opportunity to add this exceptional vessel to your collection and infuse your table with a refined touch of Japanese artistry.

Crafted from authentic historic Tajimi ceramic, this bowl showcases a striking matte black surface adorned with a bold, artistic brushstroke pattern. Its design is both powerful and serene, creating a captivating backdrop that beautifully complements any culinary creation. The natural texture and warm, earthy tones evoke a sense of tranquility and understated elegance, transforming everyday meals into a refined dining ritual.

Thoughtfully sized, this medium bowl is incredibly versatile. It's perfect for serving generous portions of rice, smaller donburi dishes, or comforting warm soups. Its multi-functional design ensures it will become a cherished and frequently used piece in your daily kitchen repertoire.

The Rich Heritage of historic Tajimi ceramic

The "historic Tajimi ceramic" from which this exquisite bowl originates is one of Japan's foremost pottery regions. Its history dates back to the Momoyama period, flourishing alongside the rise of the tea ceremony, with production primarily centered in Toki City, Gifu Prefecture. During the era when Japan's "wabi-sabi" culture blossomed, historic Tajimi ceramic was highly prized by numerous tea masters for its profound beauty and understated elegance.

historic Tajimi ceramic encompasses a remarkable diversity of styles, including:

  • Kise-Seto: Characterized by its dignified pale yellow hues.
  • Seto-Guro: Known for its lustrous, jet-black glaze.
  • Shino: Distinguished by its soft, milky white appearance.
  • Oribe: Recognized for its distinctive green patterns and unique forms.

Today, historic Tajimi ceramic accounts for over half of all ceramic tableware produced in Japan, a testament to its unparalleled quality, versatility, and enduring appeal that is celebrated worldwide.

Important Note on Handcrafted Items

Each historic Tajimi ceramic bowl is meticulously handcrafted, ensuring that every piece possesses its own unique character. As a result, slight variations in color, texture, and brushstroke patterns are inherent and should be celebrated as the distinctive charm of a handmade artisan product. We kindly ask for your understanding and appreciation of these beautiful individual differences.

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 11.8 cm (4.6 in) x H 8 cm (3.1 in)
Material ceramic
Weight 254 g (0.6 lbs)
Microwave
  • Microwave safe
Dishwasher
  • Dishwasher safe