Bowl with Handle (Tebachi) with Bamboo in Snow Pattern 1800 - 1849

This "Bowl with Handle (Tebachi) with Bamboo in Snow Pattern" is a ceramic bowl created by Nin'ami Dōhachi (Takahashi Dōhachi II) between 1800 and 1849. The bowl is characterized by its distinctive handle and a design of bamboo shoots in snow, painted in brown glaze over a white slip, showcasing Dōhachi's renowned artistic talent. The bowl, with its three small feet, is a testament to the artist's mastery of pottery and the elegance of Japanese ceramics. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, NY, houses this striking piece, offering viewers a glimpse into the artistry of 19th-century Japan.