Tea Bowl with Design of Moon and Autumn Grasses 1815 - 1835

This tea bowl, crafted by the renowned Japanese potter Eiraku Hozen between 1815 and 1835, is a testament to the beauty of simplicity. Its subtle design depicts a moon and autumn grasses, rendered in understated black against a pale grey glaze. The delicate lines of the grasses and the soft curves of the moon evoke a sense of tranquility and serenity, reflecting the values of the Japanese tea ceremony. The bowl is a striking example of the "wabi-sabi" aesthetic, embracing imperfection and finding beauty in the natural world.