Tea Ceremony Chawan Tea Bowl Rust Plum Blossom Over White Orange-peel Glaze w 5" Japanese A real rarity is that

A real rarity is that the woven rope shoulder straps are included with this peddler's chest

along with its warm aged patina

A decorative and functional set

These utensils measure just over 8" long (20 cm) and the box is 10" x 9"

Tea Ceremony Chawan Tea Bowl Rust Plum Blossom Over White Orange-peel Glaze w 5" Japanese A real rarity is thatThis is a ceramic bowl known as a chawan (tea bowl) used in a Japanese chado (tea ceremony). It dates to the Taisho Era. Suitable more for the winter season, its thick walls trap more heat during the fill winter months. It has a deep clear signature of the potter. This chawan measures 5 1 2" wide at its widest by 3" tall. Having been in storage for 70 years it remains in fine condition.