Teabowl 19th century

This 19th-century teabowl, crafted by renowned Japanese potter Kiyomizu Rokubei III, showcases the artist's masterful skill in ceramic art. The bowl, decorated with a delicate black design of stylized wisteria blossoms against a pale, mottled glaze, exemplifies the aesthetic principles of Japanese tea ceremony, emphasizing simplicity, naturalism, and a quiet beauty. This piece, currently residing in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, is a testament to Rokubei's artistic legacy and the enduring appeal of Japanese pottery.