







'Tamori' White Brushstroke Tenmoku Deep Rice Bowl
Elevate Your Table with Unrivaled Presence: The historic Tajimi ceramic 'Tamori' White Brushstroke Tenmoku Bowl
Discover the captivating allure of the 'Tamori' White Brushstroke Tenmoku Bowl. Its deep, lustrous black glaze provides a dramatic canvas for the vibrant white brushstrokes, meticulously applied by hand. This striking contrast creates a modern yet powerful aesthetic, ensuring this authentic Japanese bowl becomes the undisputed centerpiece of any meal.
Thoughtfully Designed for Versatile Use
While appearing compact, the 'Tamori' bowl boasts a surprisingly deep design, perfectly sized to hold a generous serving of white rice for an adult. Its ideal shape also makes it superb for dishes like Ochazuke (rice with dashi broth), adding a touch of authentic Japanese dining to your everyday table. This bowl isn't just for rice; it's perfect for soups, stews, or even small salads, adapting effortlessly to your culinary needs.
The Enduring Legacy of historic Tajimi ceramic
This exquisite piece is a testament to historic Tajimi ceramic (traditional Tajimi pottery), a celebrated Japanese pottery tradition that accounts for over half of Japan's ceramic production. Flourishing in the Momoyama period (1573-1603) primarily in Toki City, Gifu Prefecture, historic Tajimi ceramic became deeply cherished by tea masters during the rise of the tea ceremony. Its profound, understated charm was particularly valued by those who embraced the aesthetic principles of Wabi-sabi.
historic Tajimi ceramic is renowned for its incredible diversity, encompassing a spectrum of styles:
- Kise-Seto: Delicate yellow hues
- Seto-Guro: Deep, lustrous black
- Shino: Soft, inviting white
- Oribe: Distinctive, imaginative green
The 'Tamori' White Brushstroke Tenmoku Bowl beautifully embodies this rich heritage, blending traditional artistry with contemporary design to create a piece that feels both timeless and fresh.
The Beauty of Handcrafted Artistry
Each 'Tamori' bowl is a unique work of art, meticulously crafted by skilled artisans. Due to the handmade nature of these pieces, slight variations in color, texture, and brushstroke may occur. These subtle differences are not imperfections, but rather the hallmark of genuine craftsmanship, adding to the individual character and charm of your bowl. We invite you to appreciate and cherish the unique story each piece tells.
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 13 cm (5.1 in) x H 8 cm (3.1 in) |
| Material | ceramic |
| Weight | 360 g (0.8 lbs) |
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