Vintage Japanese Signed Hand Thrown Ceramic Tea Bowl Chawan Byoubu the back of the plate

the back of the plate reads Dai Nippon "Great Japan"The plate is made with high fired ceramics for lasting durability

It stands 2 1/2" high by 2 3/4 in diameter and 5" wide with the spout

Suitable for warming a bottle of sake and even heating small amounts of food

money and valuables

These would make a great storage box or useful for party food or an elegant meal

Vintage Japanese Signed Hand Thrown Ceramic Tea Bowl Chawan Byoubu the back of the plateThis is a vintage Japanese ceramic bowl known as a chawan (tea bowl) used in Japanese chado (tea ceremony). Showa era or mid to late 20th century. This bowl was hand thrown, hand painted, and high fired for lasting durability. This chawan measures approximately 5" in diameter by 3" tall. Having been in carefully stored or very lovingly use, it remains in very fine condition.