Kuro Raku Chawan

Kuro Raku Chawan in the style of Ninnami Dōhachi, famous potter based in Awataguchi in Kyoto, with white heron, XIX – XX Century. The body is hand-molded, slightly irregular, and coated in a deep black glaze, rich and glossy, characteristic of Kuro Raku. What distinguishes this piece is the depiction of a white heron. The heron, a classical symbol of purity and grace, stands in elegant contrast to the dark surface. The bowl reflects Dōhachi’s sensitivity to form, nature, and classical aesthetics.