Komogai-nari: Komogai Shape Tea Bowls

Komogai-nari: Komogai shape

This shape originated in Korea. Those imported to Japan were said to have come from the Korean port of Komogai, hence the name.

端反り型, Hatazori-gata (curving-lip type) may just be another more descriptive name for this shape - at the moment I am unaware of any real differences in the shapes themselves.


Teabowl, known as Yamana

Teabowl, known as Yamana, Yi dynasty, Korea

This photo is from the Miho Museum.

time well spent

closeup view Jack Troy cup, links to Jack Troy artist page

time to explore

link to newest page of ceramic artist links, including link to Scott Parady, pictured

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