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Raku Tea Bowls

Richard Hirsch's Set of 4 Raku Tea Bowls, 1996 - 1997
By Richard A. Hirsch
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary American ceramic artist Richard Hirsch's Raku tea bowls embody all the typical
Category

20th Century American Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stoneware

Christoph Zange Black Raku Cermonial Tea Bowl and Cover Storage Vessel
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Christoph Zange : Black Raku, ceremonal tea bowl & cover or storage vessel Raku tea bowls are
Category

Vintage 1980s German Urns

Materials

Pottery

Masuo Ikeda sculptural Bronze vase with gold touches
By Masuo Ikeda
Located in Uccle, BE
renewed interest in Japanese Jomon and Yayoi earthenware, Raku tea bowls, and Oribe. Influenced by Sotatsu
Category

Late 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

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Raku Tea Bowls For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of raku tea bowls available for sale. Each of these unique raku tea bowls was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, pottery and blown glass. Find 7 antique and vintage raku tea bowls at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Raku tea bowls have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Raku tea bowls bearing modern hallmark is very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made raku tea bowls over the years, but those made by Richard A. Hirsch are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Raku Tea Bowls?

Prices for raku tea bowls can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, raku tea bowls begin at $256 and can go as high as $12,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,680.

Finding the Right Decorative-objects for You

Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with antique and vintage decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style. 

Ceramics are a versatile addition to any home. If you’ve amassed an assortment of functional pottery over the years, think of your mugs and salad bowls as decorative objects, ideal for displaying in a glass cabinet. Vintage ceramic serveware can pop along white open shelving in your dining area, while large stoneware pitchers paired with woven baskets or quilts in an open cupboard can introduce a rustic farmhouse-style element to your den.

Translucent decorative boxes or bowls made of an acrylic plastic called Lucite — a game changer in furniture that’s easy to clean and lasts long — are modern accents that are neutral enough to dress up a coffee table or desktop without cluttering it. If you’re showcasing pieces from the past, a vintage jewelry box for displaying your treasures can spark conversation: Where is the jewelry box from? Is there a story behind it?

Abstract sculptures or an antique vessel for your home library can draw attention to your book collection and add narrative charm to the most appropriate of corners. There’s more than one way to style your bookcases, and decorative objects add a provocative dynamic. “I love magnifying glasses,” says Alex Assouline, global vice president of luxury publisher Assouline, of adding one’s cherished objects to a home library. “They are both useful and decorative. Objects really elevate libraries and can also make them more personal.”

To help with personalizing your space and truly making it your own, find an extraordinary collection of decorative objects on 1stDibs.

Questions About Raku Tea Bowls
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A raku bowl is a round, deep piece of pottery with an open top that is made of raku pottery. This Japanese traditional pottery is highly porous and usually features lead glazes. On 1stDibs, find a range of raku pottery.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    Tea bowls are vessels with no handles that are used for preparing and drinking tea. Early tea drinkers enjoyed their beverage in a bowl, and English potters eventually added a handle to the porcelain bowls so that burning your fingers became less of a teatime hazard. With the rise in the popularity of teatime, tea sets, also referred to as tea service, became a hot commodity. Today, tea bowls form a crucial part of East Asian tea ceremonies. Find a collection of antique and vintage tea bowls on 1stDibs today.

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