Kuro Raku Tea Ceremony Chawan

Kuro Raku Tea Ceremony chawan by Sawada Hiroyuki, Kurokawa district near Mt. Myoken, XX Century. The bowl’s surface is rich and glossy, with subtle variations in sheen due to the reduction firing process, creating an organic feel. The form is rounded with slightly asymmetrical contours, reflecting the handmade nature of the piece. Hiroyuki’s craftsmanship emphasizes the simplicity and elegance of the Kurokawa region. Sawada Hiroyuki’s work, including pieces like the red tea bowl signed “Guei, Mt. Myoken, Kurokawa, Hiroyuki Sawada,” reflects the regional pottery traditions. The Kurokawa area, located at the foot of Mt. Myoken, is renowned for its rich Satoyama landscape, a blend of forest and cultivated land that has influenced local craftsmanship. This environment shapes Sawada’s ceramic creations, blending traditional techniques with the natural beauty of his surroundings.