Tea Bowl Collection

Scene from the "Chushingura"Drama, ca. 1797. Creator: Ichirakutei Eisui
Scene from the " Chushingura" Drama, ca. 1797

The Sakuragawa Teahouse, c. 1777. Creator: Kitao Shigemasa
The Sakuragawa Teahouse, c. 1777. Attributed to Kitao Shigemasa

Tea Bowl, Song dynasty (960-1279), 12th century. Creator: Unknown
Tea Bowl, Song dynasty (960-1279), 12th century

Teabowl with Everted Mouth Rim, Song dynasty (960-1279), 12th century. Creator: Unknown
Teabowl with Everted Mouth Rim, Song dynasty (960-1279), 12th century

Fragments of Tea Bowls, fused to their saggar, Song dynasty (960-1279), 12th / 13th century
Fragments of Tea Bowls, fused to their saggar, Song dynasty (960-1279), 12th/13th century

Magic (Tezuma), from the series "Various Arts (Shogei tsukushi)", c. 1811 / 13
Magic (Tezuma), from the series " Various Arts (Shogei tsukushi)", c. 1811/13. Tea bowls and chest

Raku-Ware Tea Bowl with Design of Descending Geese, 18th / 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Raku-Ware Tea Bowl with Design of Descending Geese, 18th/19th century

Raku-Ware Teabowl with Image of Mt. Fuji, 1756-1834. Creator: Unknown
Raku-Ware Teabowl with Image of Mt. Fuji, 1756-1834

The Fifth Month (Gogatsu), from the series "The Twelve Months (Juni toki)", c. 1791. Creator: Hosoda Eishi
The Fifth Month (Gogatsu), from the series "The Twelve Months (Juni toki)", c. 1791

Waitress at the Owariya Teahouse, c. 1768. Creator: Ippitsusai Buncho
Waitress at the Owariya Teahouse, c. 1768

Satsuma Ware Teabowl, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Satsuma Ware Teabowl, 18th century

Tea Bowl, 19th century. Creator: Kato Shuntai
Tea Bowl, 19th century

Raku-Ware Tea Bowl, 18th century. Creator: Raku Ryonyu
Raku-Ware Tea Bowl, 18th century

Pair of Teabowls with Bamboo, Qing dynasty, Yongzheng reign mark and period (1723-1735)
Pair of Teabowls with Bamboo, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Yongzheng reign mark and period (1723-1735)

Teabowl with Mufurong (Hibiscus) and Dragonfly, Qing dynasty, Yongzheng reign (1723-1735)
Teabowl with Mufurong (Hibiscus) and Dragonfly, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Yongzheng reign mark and period (1723-1735)

The Waitress Okita of the Naniwaya, c. 1792 / 93. Creator: Katsukawa Shuncho
The Waitress Okita of the Naniwaya, c. 1792/93

Tea Bowl with "Oil Spot"Markings, Jin dynasty (1115-1234). Creator: Unknown
Tea Bowl with " Oil Spot" Markings, Jin dynasty (1115-1234)

Tea Bowl with "Hares fur"Glaze, Song dynasty (960-1279). Creator: Unknown
Tea Bowl with " Hares fur" Glaze, Song dynasty (960-1279)

Teabowl, Jin dynasty (1115-1234), 12th century. Creator: Unknown
Teabowl, Jin dynasty (1115-1234), 12th century

Tea bowl, Song dynasty (960-1279), 12th / 13th century. Creator: Unknown
Tea bowl, Song dynasty (960-1279), 12th/13th century

Lacquer Tea Bowl, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Qianlong reign (1736-1795). Creator: Unknown
Lacquer Tea Bowl, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Qianlong reign mark and period (1736-1795). Black bowl with a narrow red base and embossed elements in red

Tea Bowl and Saucer, Oudover, c. 1770. Creator: Weesp Porcelain Factory
Tea Bowl and Saucer, Oudover, c. 1770

Teabowl and Saucer, Saint-Cloud, c. 1720. Creator: Saint-Cloud Porcelain Manufactory
Teabowl and Saucer, Saint-Cloud, c. 1720

Tea Bowl and Saucer, Augsburg, c. 1700. Creator: Matthaus Baur II
Tea Bowl and Saucer, Augsburg, c. 1700

Tea Bowl and Saucer, Chelsea, c. 1755. Creator: Chelsea Porcelain Manufactory
Tea Bowl and Saucer, Chelsea, c. 1755

Tea Bowl, Jingdezhen, c. 1750. Creator: Jingdezhen Porcelain
Tea Bowl, Jingdezhen, c. 1750

Bowl stand (for tea bowl F1911. 355), Mid-Ming to early Qing dynasty
Bowl stand (for tea bowl F1911.355), Mid-Ming to early Qing dynasty, 16th to early 18th century

Kyoto ware tea bowl inscribed with poem about Sumiyoshi Shrine
3741848 Kyoto ware tea bowl inscribed with poem about Sumiyoshi Shrine, 19th century (stoneware with white slip and iron pigment under translucent wood-ash glaze)

Tea bowl, Karatsu or Tsushima ware, 1625-75 (stoneware with white slip under clear glaze)
3742018 Tea bowl, Karatsu or Tsushima ware, 1625-75 (stoneware with white slip under clear glaze) by Japanese School, (17th century); 7.7x13.5x13.5 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Tea bowl with design of fungus of immortality, unknown workshop
3741859 Tea bowl with design of fungus of immortality, unknown workshop, 18th-19th century (stoneware with iron pigment under clear glaze) by Japanese School

Tea bowl, 1775-99 (porcelain)
3084484 Tea bowl, 1775-99 (porcelain) by English School, (18th century); 5.1x8.7 cm; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; (add.info.: Tea bowl made from porcelain)

Tea bowl with silk brocade design, mid 19th century (stoneware with enamels over clear
3741947 Tea bowl with silk brocade design, mid 19th century (stoneware with enamels over clear glaze) by Shonsui Gorosuke (fl.19th century); 6.8x12.3x12.3 cm; Freer Gallery of Art

Tea bowl, 18th-19th century (stoneware with white slip under clear glaze)
3741935 Tea bowl, 18th-19th century (stoneware with white slip under clear glaze) by Japanese School, (18th-19th century); 7.7x14.4 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Tea bowl named Ochiba (Fallen Leaves), Takatori or Yatsushiro ware
3741914 Tea bowl named Ochiba (Fallen Leaves), Takatori or Yatsushiro ware, 1630-1650 (stoneware with iron, rice-straw-ash, and wood-ash glazes) by Japanese School

Tea bowl in mishima style, Karatsu ware, 1630-50 (stoneware with white slip inlaid under
3741864 Tea bowl in mishima style, Karatsu ware, 1630-50 (stoneware with white slip inlaid under clear glaze) by Japanese School, (17th century); 9.3x13.7 cm; Freer Gallery of Art

Tea bowl, in style of hakeme, early 18th century (stoneware with white slip under brushed
3741962 Tea bowl, in style of hakeme, early 18th century (stoneware with white slip under brushed iron pigment similating hakeme, under clear glaze, clear glaze inside foot)

Tea bowl, unknown Raku ware workshop, 19th century (earthenware with black raku type
3741903 Tea bowl, unknown Raku ware workshop, 19th century (earthenware with black raku type glaze) by Japanese School, (17th-18th century); 7.2 A-- 12 cm; Freer Gallery of Art

Tea bowl with design of seedling pines, named Okina
3741883 Tea bowl with design of seedling pines, named Okina, 19th century (stoneware with black raku type glaze) by Japanese School, (19th century); 8.2 A-- 10.8 cm; Freer Gallery of Art

Tea bowl with false Raku seal, unknown Raku ware workshop
3741782 Tea bowl with false Raku seal, unknown Raku ware workshop, 19th century (earthenware with copper-green lead glaze) by Japanese School, (19th century); 8x15.5 cm; Freer Gallery of Art

Tea bowl, first half of 12th century (stoneware with black slip under celadon glaze)
5931020 Tea bowl, first half of 12th century (stoneware with black slip under celadon glaze) by Korean School, (12th century); Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Tea bowl with landscape design, early 17th century (porcelain with cobalt pigment under
5930957 Tea bowl with landscape design, early 17th century (porcelain with cobalt pigment under translucent glaze) by Chinese School (17th century); Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Teapot with two cups and saucers, c. 1750-1780 (porcelain)
2972936 Teapot with two cups and saucers, c.1750-1780 (porcelain) by Chinese School (18th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; eGeffrye Museum; Chinese, out of copyright

Tea set, 1775-99 (porcelain)
2972908 Tea set, 1775-99 (porcelain) by English School, (18th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; (add.info)

Tea bowl, possibly Hagi ware, 18th-19th century (stoneware with ash glaze)
3741956 Tea bowl, possibly Hagi ware, 18th-19th century (stoneware with ash glaze) by Japanese School, (18th-19th century); 10.4x11.6 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Karatsu ware tea bowl, 1750-1850 (stoneware with wood-ash glaze, gold lacquer repairs)
3741933 Karatsu ware tea bowl, 1750-1850 (stoneware with wood-ash glaze, gold lacquer repairs) by Japanese School, (18th-19th century); 3.9x16.7 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Tea bowl, mishima type, 1620-50 (stoneware with white inlay under transparent glaze)
3741921 Tea bowl, mishima type, 1620-50 (stoneware with white inlay under transparent glaze) by Japanese School or Korean School, (17th century); 6.6x13.7 cm; Freer Gallery of Art

Tea bowl, Goki type, early 18th century (stoneware with transparent glaze)
3741905 Tea bowl, Goki type, early 18th century (stoneware with transparent glaze) by Korean school, (18th century); 10.1x13.5x13.5 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Tea bowl, second half of 16th century (stoneware, unvitrified porcelain, with clear glaze
3741874 Tea bowl, second half of 16th century (stoneware, unvitrified porcelain, with clear glaze, gold lacquer repairs) by Korean School, (16th century); 5.5x15.1 cm; Freer Gallery of Art

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In the world of tea, the humble tea bowl holds a special place and has witnessed countless scenes from history and art, capturing the essence of Japanese culture. One such scene is depicted in the "Chushingura" Drama, dating back to 1797. Created by Ichirakutei Eisui, this dramatic portrayal showcases the importance of tea ceremonies and their connection to samurai honor. The Sakuragawa Teahouse, crafted by Kitao Shigemasa in 1777, transports us to a serene setting where friends gather for a cup of tea. The delicate brushstrokes bring life to this tranquil oasis. Traveling further back in time, we encounter a Song dynasty Tea Bowl from the 12th century. Its mysterious creator remains unknown but left behind an exquisite piece that embodies elegance and simplicity. Another Song dynasty creation catches our eye - a Teabowl with an everted mouth rim. This unique design adds flair to traditional aesthetics while still maintaining its functionality as a vessel for brewing and savoring tea. Delving deeper into history, we discover fragments of Tea Bowls fused together during firing in saggar kilns. These accidental masterpieces showcase resilience and beauty born out of imperfections. Stepping into more contemporary times, we witness magic unfold through Tezuma performances captured in prints from 1811/13. These captivating acts combine sleight-of-hand tricks with storytelling elements that mesmerize audiences during teahouse gatherings. Raku-Ware takes center stage with two distinct pieces - one adorned with descending geese and another featuring an image of majestic Mt. Fuji. Both exemplify the craftsmanship that has made Raku-Ware renowned throughout centuries. Hosoda Eishi's artwork titled "The Fifth Month" offers us glimpses into daily life at teahouses during different seasons - showcasing vibrant kimonos worn by waitresses serving guests with grace and poise.