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Style: Showa
Japanese Handmade Ceramic Pottery Textured Chawan Yunomi Tea Ceremony Cup Bowl
Japanese Handmade Ceramic Pottery Textured Chawan Yunomi Tea Ceremony Cup Bowl

Japanese Handmade Ceramic Pottery Textured Chawan Yunomi Tea Ceremony Cup Bowl

Located in Studio City, CA

Wonderfully made and designed Japanese Chawan or Yunomi tea cup. Great texture and color. Likely Mid-20th Century Showa period but could be older. Fine craftsmanship. Very attracti...

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Pottery

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Japanese Antique Matcha Tea Bowl for Tea ceremony 1970s
Japanese Antique Matcha Tea Bowl for Tea ceremony 1970s

Japanese Antique Matcha Tea Bowl for Tea ceremony 1970s

Located in Paris, FR

This is a matcha bowl for tea ceremony. This bowl is made with porcelain and it was made around 1970s in Showa era. This bowl featuring an elegant flowing wave design in blue and go...

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Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Pottery

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Porcelain

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Showa pottery for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Showa pottery for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage pottery created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, stoneware and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Showa pottery made in a specific country, there are Asia, East Asia, and Japan pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original pottery, popular names associated with this style include and Shoji Hamada. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for pottery differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $85 and tops out at $1,895 while the average work can sell for $483.