Gold Chawan VII (OUT OF STOCK)

Description

I am Gold Chawan VII. I can show you the secrets of the world as each detail of me, from my foot to my rim, was shaped to feel the universe in every cup of tea.

Curator’s Notes

This chawan has a unique duality in its appearance – at once raw and refined. The broad and shallow form allows for wide strokes when briskly whisking matcha. Above all, the shimmering interior calls to mind Ando-san’s notions of creating every detail of a tea bowl with an aim to feel the universe within it.

We are honored to bring together a rare collection of gold chawans by Masanobu Ando. Ando-san created each matcha tea bowl to emphasize the unique experience of personally selecting and using a chawan. Each piece is one-of-a-kind, featuring a form that creates a distinct appreciation of its materiality. They are made of black bases with fired pure gold glazes of varying application styles, textures and vibrancies. One commonality in the collection is Ando-san’s intentional alteration of the glaze to emphasize a rustic everyday quality, instead of the common notion of gold revered for the highest of occasions. The works come in a specialty handmade tomobako box.

Gold Chawan VII was curated by Angélique Chmielewski

Designer/Maker

Maker: Masanobu Ando

Designer: Masanobu Ando

Specifications

Dimensions:

Chawan: 5.75” (w) x 5.75” (l) x 2.8” (h) or 146mm (w) x 146mm (l) x 71mm (h) 

Wooden Box: 6.75” (w) x 6.75” (l) x 4.25” (h) or 171mm (w) x 171mm (l) x 108mm (h) 

Weight:

Chawan: 10.9 oz or 310 g

Wooden Box: 10 oz or 284 g

Materials: Ceramic, Gold Overglaze, Pawlownia Wood Box, Linen Wrap Cloth

Details

• One-of-a-kind functional sculpture handmade by Masanobu Ando in Tajimi, Japan
• Packaged in a ‘tomobako’, a wooden box with navy tying rope, and calligraphed by Masanobu Ando
• Chawan is wrapped in a linen cloth, made by Akiko Ando, for protection within the box
• 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
• Gold 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 dishwash