Name: Silver Chawan (out Of Stock)
Brand: Nalata Nalata
Price: 1400.00 USD
Availability: InStock

I am a Silver Chawan. Weather the storm with a cup of tea and watch grey clouds turn to silver.

Curator's Notes

At first look, this chawan appears to be carved from stone or forged in metal. In fact, it has been hand-built from slabs of clay by Masanobu Ando, whose creativity in ceramics produces pieces that are each a wonder to behold. Though it's a stunning vessel for preparing and drinking tea, I love this chawan for the special serenity it radiates even when at rest on the shelf. This feeling comes in part from the bowl’s subtle irregularities—Ando-san’s technique never agonizes for perfection, but rather lets the form emerge freely and naturally. The resulting piece has a harmony that no exactitude of symmetry could achieve.

Silver Chawan was curated by Angélique Chmielewski

Designer/Maker

Maker: Masanobu Ando

Designer: Masanobu Ando

Specifications

Dimensions:
Each piece is hand formed and will vary slightly from the dimensions listed.

5.25 ” (w) x 5.25 ” (l) x 3.1 ” (h) or 133 mm (w) x 133 mm (l) x 79 mm (h)

Weight: 12.3 oz or 347 gr

Materials: Ceramic, Silver overglaze

Details

One-of-a-kind functional sculpture handmade by Masanobu Ando in Tajimi, Japan

A chawan is traditionally used as a bowl for preparing and drinking tea, especially matcha

Chawans must be crafted to particular specifications – balance, weight, angle, curve, and the kodai , or foot, are all carefully considered

Silver overglaze will develop a natural patina over time

Hand wash only with mild soap and soft sponge

Dry with soft cloth after washing

Do not microwave

Do not place in dishwasher

Nalata Nalata is founded on the belief that purchasing and learning about the product should go hand-in-hand. We believe in the transparency of design process and strive to showcase the people and stories behind our products. 

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Silver Chawan (out Of Stock)

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