Swallowtail Butterflies on Purple Odamaki Chawan

Bring the charm of nature into your tea ceremony with this elegant handmade chawan tea bowl in the artist's signed box, masterfully crafted by renowned Kyoto artist Nakamura Ryouji. The bowl showcases vivid yellow swallowtail butterflies gracefully fluttering around richly detailed purple Odamaki flowers and hints of golden mist, symbols of renewal and grace.

This exquisite piece exemplifies Kyo-yaki (Kiyomizu pottery), Kyoto’s treasured ceramic tradition with over 400 years of history. Originally designed to delight aristocrats, tea masters, and culinary specialists, Kyo pottery beautifully merges Japanese craftsmanship with influences from China and the Korean Peninsula. Each bowl is meticulously hand-painted, keeping Kyoto's artistic heritage alive.

Perfect for tea lovers and collectors alike, this chawan adds beauty, tranquility, and authenticity to your tea rituals.