Teabowl 1840 - 1860

This simple yet elegant "Teabowl" was crafted by Nin'ami Dōhachi, also known as Takahashi Dōhachi II, a prominent Japanese potter who lived from 1783 to 1855. The bowl, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, exemplifies the understated beauty of Japanese tea ceremony ware. The bowl's off-white glaze and subtle brushstrokes, along with its diminutive size (3 inches tall and 4.25 inches in diameter), create a sense of tranquility, evoking the serenity sought in the tea ceremony. The teabowl, dating from 1840 to 1860, showcases Dōhachi's signature style, blending traditional techniques with a modern sensibility.