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PIÈCE VINTAGE UNIQUE
Tea bowl Chawan
Brown glazed Japanese bowl
A vintage Japanese bowl where each glaze drip is unique.
85,00€
Sélectionné au Japon par Léonard
Plus que 1 en stock, expédié depuis la France
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Expédié sous 1 à 2 jours ouvrés
Retours sous 30 jours
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Product description
The gesture
Its shape fits naturally in the hands, for rice, miso soup, or tea. This is a bowl designed for everyday use, not for sitting behind a display case.
Why it's different
The drips visible on the brown glaze are not an added decorative effect: they come from a traditional technique where the artisan applies an iron-rich glaze, then allows gravity and temperature to work during firing. The glaze becomes liquid and moves slowly along the walls before setting. The lighter areas reveal the hotter parts of the kiln, while the darker areas indicate faster cooling.
Why this bowl instead of a new mass-produced one
In Japan, this unpredictability is part of the beauty sought in ceramics: one does not look for two identical pieces, but a successful interaction between material and fire. This is a vintage piece, available in a single copy: the pattern you see will not be repeated on another bowl.
Why I chose it
“I love tableware that doesn't try to demand all the attention. I liked this bowl for its simple, warm appearance, with its brown glaze and variations that give it a unique presence. It is the kind of piece that can be used every day, yet still brings something to the table. For me, that is exactly what a beautiful everyday object should be.”
You'll love it if
- you are looking for a piece of tableware to actually use, not just display
- you are sensitive to the irregularities that make every ceramic unique
- you like the idea of a vintage object rather than a new series
- you accept careful maintenance: hand wash, no dishwasher
It's probably not for you if
- you are looking for several identical bowls for a complete table setting
- you prefer tableware that can be put in the dishwasher and microwave without a second thought
Practical details
Medium-sized bowl, ideal for rice, miso soup, or tea. Hand wash to preserve the glaze and patina; avoid sudden thermal shocks and, for an antique piece, use caution with the microwave.
A vintage piece
This bowl is a vintage collector's item, available in a single copy: once sold, this specific drip pattern will no longer be available at Dogou.
Craft and know-how
The gesture
Its shape fits naturally in the hands, for rice, miso soup, or tea. This is a bowl designed for everyday use, not for sitting behind a display case.
Why it's different
The drips visible on the brown glaze are not an added decorative effect: they come from a traditional technique where the artisan applies an iron-rich glaze, then allows gravity and temperature to work during firing. The glaze becomes liquid and moves slowly along the walls before setting. The lighter areas reveal the hotter parts of the kiln, while the darker areas indicate faster cooling.
Why this bowl instead of a new mass-produced one
In Japan, this unpredictability is part of the beauty sought in ceramics: one does not look for two identical pieces, but a successful interaction between material and fire. This is a vintage piece, available in a single copy: the pattern you see will not be repeated on another bowl.
About this object
Léonard's pick
Why I chose it
“I love tableware that doesn't try to demand all the attention. I liked this bowl for its simple, warm appearance, with its brown glaze and variations that give it a unique presence. It is the kind of piece that can be used every day, yet still brings something to the table. For me, that is exactly what a beautiful everyday object should be.”
Is it right for you?
You'll love it if
- you are looking for a piece of tableware to actually use, not just display
- you are sensitive to the irregularities that make every ceramic unique
- you like the idea of a vintage object rather than a new series
- you accept careful maintenance: hand wash, no dishwasher
It's probably not for you if
- you are looking for several identical bowls for a complete table setting
- you prefer tableware that can be put in the dishwasher and microwave without a second thought
Features and care
Practical details
Medium-sized bowl, ideal for rice, miso soup, or tea. Hand wash to preserve the glaze and patina; avoid sudden thermal shocks and, for an antique piece, use caution with the microwave.
A vintage piece
This bowl is a vintage collector's item, available in a single copy: once sold, this specific drip pattern will no longer be available at Dogou.
Delivery and returns
Fast delivery
All our products are carefully stored in Paris and shipped within 1 to 2 business days.
Your order usually arrives within 48 hours in metropolitan France (Colissimo). Free shipping from €50.
No customs fees, no long wait: you enjoy Japanese quality with the speed of a local delivery.
30-day returns
You have 30 days from receipt to return an item. This period includes the 14-day legal withdrawal period.
For returns after 14 days, the item must be unused, unwashed, and in its original packaging. Return shipping costs are your responsibility, unless there is a defect or an error on our part.
Returns are to be arranged by email at leonard@dogou.fr.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the drips on the glaze an added decoration?
No, they come directly from the fire and controlled chance during firing: each pattern is one of a kind.
What is this vintage bowl intended for?
For rice, miso soup or tea.
Can it go in the dishwasher or microwave?
It is better to avoid both to protect the glaze and patina of this old piece.
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