A refined vintage Kiyomizu-yaki (清水焼) Hirachawan (平茶碗), beautifully decorated with an elegant pair of folding fans (ōgi) adorned with seasonal flowers in delicate overglaze enamels and subtle gold accents. With its broad, shallow form, this bowl embodies the graceful simplicity and refined aesthetics of Kyoto ceramics.
A hirachawan, or "flat tea bowl," is traditionally used during the warmer months of the Japanese tea ceremony. Its wide, open shape allows matcha to cool more quickly while providing an expansive surface that highlights the beauty of the glaze and painted decoration. The elegant silhouette also makes whisking matcha smooth and effortless.
The decoration features two overlapping Japanese folding fans, a classical motif symbolizing prosperity, elegance, and the unfolding of good fortune. The fans are filled with finely painted seasonal blossoms, including peonies, chrysanthemums, and wisteria, all rendered in soft, harmonious colors with delicate gold outlining. Against the warm ivory glaze, the design reflects the timeless sophistication for which Kiyomizu-yaki has been celebrated for centuries.
Handcrafted in Kyoto, this tea bowl exemplifies the refined artistry of Kiyomizu-yaki, a ceramic tradition dating back to the early Edo period. Renowned for its graceful forms and meticulous hand-painted decoration, Kiyomizu ware has long been prized by practitioners of both the Japanese tea ceremony and collectors of fine ceramics.
Presented in the wooden box, this piece is ideal for preparing matcha, displaying as a work of ceramic art, or adding to a collection of traditional Japanese tea utensils.
Size: 14 x 14 x 5cm
