Chawan tea bowl of conical shape, typical for use in the tea ceremony in the summer months, slightly lopsided. Soft stoneware covered in rich iron brown (ameyu) glaze; the rims covered in tenmoku-like hare’s fur glaze.
Potter’s seal on side just above the foot rim: Ohi. Most likely referring to Ohi Chozaemon IX.
Japan, mid-20th century
H 2-2.25 x Diam 6 in.
Excellent condition
Comes with a silk pouch and wooden storage box
Ōhi Chōzaemon IX (1901-1986) inherited the family estate and business from his father, becoming the ninth generation Chōzaemon at the age of 26. He studied traditional pottery techniques. While working with makugusuri (highly viscous) black-glaze and ameyu (iron-brown) glaze, Chōzaemon IX specialized in producing tea wares, closely working with the Urasenke Tea School. From 1958 on, he regularly exhibited and won prizes at the Japan Traditional Arts and Crafts Exhibitions. In 1978, he was named Tōdosai by the 15th Urasenke Grand Tea Master, Hōunsai. Since, he signed his wares using both names Chōzaemon Ōhi and Tōdosai.
