'Emerald Edge' Black Appetizer Bowl
'Emerald Edge' Black Appetizer Bowl
'Emerald Edge' Black Appetizer Bowl
'Emerald Edge' Black Appetizer Bowl
'Emerald Edge' Black Appetizer Bowl
'Emerald Edge' Black Appetizer Bowl
'Emerald Edge' Black Appetizer Bowl
'Emerald Edge' Black Appetizer Bowl

'Emerald Edge' Black Appetizer Bowl

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Introduce a touch of refined elegance to your dining experience with the exquisite historic Tajimi ceramic 'Emerald Edge' Black Appetizer Bowl. Imagine a small jewel gracing your table, adding a sophisticated sparkle to every meal.

This captivating bowl features a deep, matte black finish, beautifully contrasted by a vibrant emerald green rim. The design evokes the image of a precious gem, shimmering subtly on your tabletop. While offering a bold accent, its overall black tone ensures remarkable versatility, seamlessly complementing not only traditional Japanese cuisine but also Western and Asian dishes, effortlessly elevating your modern dining aesthetic.

The Legacy of historic Tajimi ceramic: Japanese Tradition and Craftsmanship

This exquisite piece is crafted from historic Tajimi ceramic (traditional Tajimi pottery), a celebrated ceramic tradition that accounts for over half of Japan's pottery production. Originating and flourishing around Toki City in Gifu Prefecture, historic Tajimi ceramic gained particular acclaim during the Momoyama period. It was cherished by tea masters amidst the rise of chanoyu (the Japanese tea ceremony) and the profound aesthetic of wabi-sabi culture.

Over centuries, historic Tajimi ceramic has given birth to a diverse array of styles, each with its unique charm: the refined pale yellow of Kise-Seto, the lustrous black of Seto-Guro, the soft milky white of Shino, and the distinctive green patterns of Oribe. This rich heritage continues to enrich and define Japanese culinary culture, bringing artistry to every table.

Important Notes for Your Purchase

  • This item is a limited edition import. Due to its exclusive nature and finite availability, we highly recommend securing your purchase promptly.
  • As a characteristic of handcrafted historic Tajimi ceramic, each bowl possesses unique variations in color, texture, and pattern. These slight individual differences are a testament to its artisanal charm and should be appreciated as part of its distinct personality.

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 9.5 cm (3.7 in) x H 4.6 cm (1.8 in)
Material ceramic
Weight 120 g (0.3 lbs)
Microwave
  • Microwave safe
Dishwasher
  • Dishwasher safe