Vintage Japanese Chawan Matcha Tea Bowl, 1966 - 1989 (Late Showa) | SKU: 26M-851 (26M-851-2)

Japanese Kodo Bowl | Vintage Decorative Centerpiece & Ikebana Display, 1966-1989 (Late Showa), SKU 26M-851-2

A hand-painted iris pottery bowl with a scalloped gold rim and pierced sides -- a refined accent rooted in the Japanese ceramic tradition.

A kodo-style open bowl is a type of Japanese ornamental ceramic vessel used traditionally to display fragrant materials or as a decorative accent during seasonal celebrations. This particular piece is a fine example of vintage Japanese craft pottery from the Late Showa era, wheel-thrown and finished with a gently undulating scalloped rim trimmed in gold. The exterior is hand-painted with a vivid botanical scene of ayame (iris) flowers -- rendered in red, blue, and yellow -- rising from bold dark green foliage against a warm cream ground accented with pale blue brushstrokes and soft gold highlights. The painterly quality and full-wrap composition suggest skilled studio production, consistent with the decorative ceramics ateliers active during this period.

In a modern home, this handcrafted Japanese pottery bowl makes a striking living room accent or dining table centerpiece -- ideal for holding fruit, dried botanicals, potpourri, or seasonal display items in a Japandi style or wabi-sabi aesthetic interior. The pierced side openings and open form also lend themselves beautifully to use as an ikebana flower arrangement vessel or a shallow pot for small succulents. It would make a memorable gift for collectors of Japanese antique ceramics or as a unique housewarming gift for anyone drawn to nature-inspired, artisan-made decor.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1966-1989 (Late Showa)
• Material: Glazed pottery; cream ground with overglaze enamels and gilt rim
• Use: Ornamental bowl; traditionally used for fragrance display or seasonal decoration
• Modern Use: Decorative centerpiece or fruit bowl; ikebana or dried floral display; living room or dining table accent in Japandi or wabi-sabi interiors
• Features: Hand-painted ayame (iris) motif in red, blue, and yellow; scalloped undulating rim with gold trim; pierced openings along the upper body; plain cream glazed interior; full-wrap botanical composition with gold accent highlights
• Dimensions: 7 1/2" Diameter x 3 1/2"H
• Condition: Excellent

A beautifully crafted piece of vintage Japanese pottery that brings the timeless elegance of hand-painted floral art into any modern home.

We use professional studio lighting to highlight the natural character of the wood. As a result, the tone may appear slightly warmer than under natural daylight.

All vintage and antique items are sold as-is. Each piece may exhibit signs of age, including scratches, wear, or minor imperfections. These are not considered defects but natural evidence of the item’s authenticity and age.