Signed 1966 Studio Pottery Stoneware Tea Bowl with Natural Ash Glaze – Wabi-Sabi Modern Form

A striking example of mid-century studio pottery, this hand-thrown stoneware tea bowl, signed and dated 1966, captures the quiet beauty and philosophical depth of wabi-sabi aesthetics. Its organic, subtly distorted form expresses the hand of the maker — an intentional imperfection that celebrates balance, movement, and authenticity. The natural ash glaze, with its creamy tone and delicate speckling, creates a soft interplay of matte and glossy textures. Gentle rippling along the body reflects the potter’s process, leaving a tactile rhythm that invites both visual and physical engagement.

The piece’s modest scale and humble elegance suggest influence from Japanese tea ceremony vessels, reinterpreted through the lens of Western mid-century studio craft. The glaze pools slightly near the base, revealing warm hints of the underlying clay body — a hallmark of kiln-fired uniqueness.

Ideal for collectors of American or Japanese-inspired ceramics, this bowl functions beautifully as a chawan (tea bowl), small planter, or sculptural decorative accent. Its subtle presence complements minimalist, organic modern, and rustic interiors alike, offering timeless appeal through form and simplicity. A superb addition to any curated collection of 20th-century ceramics that value material honesty and handmade artistry.

Dimensions: 7" diam. x 3" H