Kintsugi Celadon stoneware chawan

Celadon stoneware chawan: A journey through time

This 12.5 cm diameter, 6 cm tall Japanese stoneware bowl is a true time capsule of ceramic art. Its elegant, simple wan-nari form is characteristic of Japanese traditions. Broken and delicately restored using the traditional kintsugi technique, this bowl showcases subtle veins of 24-carat gold that mark its history. The celadon glaze, originating from ancient China, gives it a distinctive green patina, the result of reduction firing. This technique, used for centuries, has crossed borders and profoundly influenced Japanese ceramics. The potter’s mark, stamped on the base, attests to the authenticity of this unique piece, destined for collectors and lovers of Asian art.