This is a fantastical matcha tea bowl by Higashiyama Kiln, with a motif of the night sky. The exterior is decorated with gold leaf depicting the phases of the moon from new moon to full moon, and the interior features quietly shining stars. (Photo 12) Top left: Virgo Top right: Cassiopeia Bottom left: Boötes Bottom right: Ursa Major A matcha tea bowl adorned with constellations and the phases of the moon. With an elegant design that looks as if the night sky has been captured as is, it is a bowl that symbolizes "the passage of time" and "the cycle of the universe." I think it is a masterpiece that enhances the atmosphere of the tea ceremony, even for ornamental purposes. 【Condition】 It is a beautiful item with no signs of use. There is a slight stain on the foot, but it is in very good condition overall. 【Accessories】 Original box (There is writing on the paper box with a marker. Photo 14. There is some dirt from storage.) 【Size】 Height: approx. 8cm Diameter: approx. 12cm 【Highlights】 The pale glaze and gold leaf create a serene beauty that resonates with the moon and stars. It is a rare work that combines the solid techniques and playfulness of Higashiyama Miyama. It will be carefully packed and delivered. You can buy it immediately. We appreciate your understanding of items stored by individuals. ※ Search words related to tableware and ceramics ※ Tea utensils Good luck charms Tea ware, tea ceremony, Omotesenke, Urasenke Kyo-yaki, Kiyomizu-yaki, Kenzan-utsushi, Ninsei Tea ware, sencha utensils, matcha tea bowl Matcha bowl, tea bowl, kensui (waste water bowl) Mizusashi (water jar), hashioki (chopstick rest), hishaku (ladle), chabako (tea box) Noten (outdoor tea ceremony), Vietnam, Asia Japanese tableware, ceramics, Iga-yaki Shigaraki-yaki, Echizen-yaki, Akazu-yaki Mino-yaki, Shino-yaki, Genka-yaki Wajima-nuri, Echizen-nuri, Yamanaka-nuri Banko-yaki, Tokoname-yaki, Ko-Imari Asahi-yaki, Bizen-yaki, Arita-yaki Tanba-yaki, Kutani-yaki, Ko-Kutani Imari-yaki, Ko-Imari Tsuboya-yaki, Mashiko-yaki, Kasama-yaki Ohi-yaki, antique #Oshikoji Kiln #Kyo-yaki #Matcha tea bowl #Tea utensils #Gold leaf #With original box #High-quality tableware #Beauty of Japan #Tea ceremony #Japanese pottery #Hatsugama (first tea ceremony of the year)