Teabowl 1790 - 1810

This "Teabowl" was created by Ryōnyu, a prominent Japanese potter, between 1790 and 1810. The bowl, made of black Raku ware, exhibits the characteristic uneven surface and glossy glaze typical of the style. It is small and compact, measuring 3 3/4 inches in height and 4 inches in diameter, designed for the intimate ceremony of Japanese tea drinking. Now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the "Teabowl" reflects Ryōnyu's mastery in crafting functional and aesthetically pleasing ceramics.