VINTAGE JAPANESE SIGNED TEA CEREMONY CERAMIC CHAWAN TEA BOWL FLORAL MOON ~

Description

This is a ceramic bowl known as a
chawan
(tea bowl) used in a Japanese
chado
(tea ceremony). It dates to the Showa Era (c. 1950) and has a hand painted design of flowers and moon. There is a signature mark on the bottom (see picture 7).
Suitable
more for the winter season, i
t is deep styled chawan used to keep the tea warm longer (see enlarged pictures)
.
This chawan measures  4 1/2" in diameter and about 3" tall (11.5 x 8 cm). Having been in storage with limited use for nearly 70 years it remains in
very fine condition
.
You'll love it, I guarantee it
.........If you purchase these items and are not completely delighted with them, you may return them for a no questions asked refund within 30 days of receipt.
Shoguns
and the
Shogun's Gallery of Portland, Oregon
have been in the Japanese antique business for over 40 years, and highly value our customers. Satisfaction Guarantee: All items are carefully described and photographed. If not completely delighted with any item it may be returned in original condition for refund of purchase price, less actual shipping cost. Most items listed are antiques, and as such may have an expected amount of wear from normal use. We do not sell items with major flaws without mentioning it in the listing. See photos and descriptions for condition. Returns must be shipped back within 30 days of receipt. Buyer assumes all shipping fees. If you have specific questions about the item or condition, please feel free to ask before bidding and we will make every effort to respond promptly. International buyers are responsible for any customs duties, taxes, etc. imposed by the buyer's home country.