Black Bizen Rough-Carved Small Bowl

This is Mino ware tableware.

The black base is adorned with a deep ochre yellow, reminiscent of a sunset, and is further embellished with gold dust, creating a luxurious piece.

The rim features a textured design, ensuring that it remains visually appealing without becoming monotonous.

Please note that the appearance and texture may vary slightly between items.

Mino ware is a type of pottery that began during the Momoyama period, flourishing alongside the rise of the tea ceremony. It is primarily produced in Toki City, Gifu Prefecture. It was particularly cherished by tea masters active during the Momoyama period, the birthplace of Japan’s wabi-sabi aesthetic.

Representative styles of Mino ware include the elegant pale yellow “Kizeto,” the glossy jet-black “Setoguro,” the soft, milky white “Shino ware,” and the uniquely green-patterned “Oribe ware,” which is particularly rare.

Today, Mino ware accounts for more than half of all porcelain tableware produced in Japan.