VINTAGE Japanese Arita Ware Chawanmushi Bowl with Lid – Blue and White Camellia Floral Pattern

Beautiful vintage Japanese Arita ware (有田焼) porcelain bowl featuring an elegant blue and white floral design inspired by traditional Japanese ceramics. Decorated with delicate camellia-like flowers (tsubaki), flowing leaves, and soft blue-gray geometric patterns, this charming covered bowl combines timeless Japanese craftsmanship with a graceful botanical aesthetic.

The porcelain features large white blossoms outlined in cobalt blue, surrounded by beautifully detailed leaves and subtle blue-gray shading. The softly patterned background creates a sense of depth, while the fine reddish-brown rim adds a warm finishing touch to the cool blue tones.

This traditional Japanese covered bowl is suitable in style for serving chawanmushi (茶碗蒸し), a delicate Japanese steamed egg custard, as well as small portions of soup, appetizers, or other Japanese dishes, provided its suitability for food use has been confirmed.

The original packaging identifies the porcelain as Arita Ware (有田焼), one of Japan's best-known ceramic traditions, originating from the town of Arita in Saga Prefecture. Arita porcelain is especially appreciated for its refined white body, beautiful blue decoration, and long history of Japanese craftsmanship.

Each purchase includes one individual porcelain bowl with its matching lid. A total of 5 matching sets are available, so customers wishing to purchase multiple pieces can select their preferred quantity while supplies last.

Material: Glazed Porcelain

Ware: Arita Ware (有田焼)

Color: White, Cobalt Blue, and Soft Blue-Gray

Design: Camellia-Like Floral Pattern with Blue Leaves

Set Includes: 1 Covered Porcelain Bowl, 1 Matching Lid

Height with Lid: Approx. 7.5 cm

Height without Lid: Approx. 5.5 cm

Bowl Diameter: Approx. 7.5 cm

Damage: One of the lids has a small chip along the edge, as shown in the last product photo.

Condition: Good

Important Notice

Please note that as a vintage item, it may have minor imperfections, small spots, scratches, or other signs of wear that we might have missed. Please carefully review all product photos before purchasing.

Each purchase includes one porcelain bowl with its matching lid. Five matching sets are available in total. Slight variations in glaze, color, and decorative details may occur between individual vintage pieces.

The identification of Arita ware is based on the original labels and packaging. The exact manufacturer and production date have not been independently verified.

We are a company with an official state permit, known as Kobutsu Sho, for trading second-hand goods. All products are authentic and sold in accordance with Japanese law.