This is a black Raku tea bowl. There is a mark, but it is hidden by the glaze and cannot be identified. There are no noticeable scratches, but please understand that this item has been stored at home. Please refrain from purchasing if you are looking for perfection or are overly sensitive. The deep black glaze, which is a characteristic of black Raku tea bowls, and the characteristic flow of red glaze create an enchanting atmosphere. Raku ware refers to tea bowls that were started 400 years ago in the Momoyama period by Chojiro, the first generation of the Raku family, under the guidance of Sen no Rikyu. The history of Raku ware has established a unique position in the tea ceremony culture, with the combination of Sen no Rikyu's aesthetic of wabi-sabi and Chojiro's hand-forming techniques. Size: Height approx. 8cm, Width approx. 11.5cm If you purchase immediately, it will be assumed that you have agreed to the purchase, so please be sure to look at the photos carefully before purchasing to avoid any issues such as "it's different from what I expected." #RakuWare #IwayadoWare #TeaCeremony #Tea #Oribe #Kyoto #Sightseeing #MadeInJapan #Antique #Interior #GreenGlaze #YanagiSōetsu #KitaojiRosanjin #Rosanjin #Chojiro #Elegant #Shorakku #TeaSweets #Hobby