Beautiful vintage ceramic bowl from Japan, likely mid-century, featuring a striking gray crackle glaze over white with scalloped rim. Was used for ikebana floral arrangements—bowl has a rustic, brown-stained inside bowl, see photos, possibly from floral use or water exposure over time. Good vintage condition with some wear. Bowl has a rustic, brown-stained inside bowl probably from floral use or water exposure over time. A small crack on the outside, possibility was done during the glazing process. The bowl has intentional crazing in glaze and staining on bottom of bowl. Please see photos. Made in Japan (foil label intact) Use for Ikebana, decorative bowl, display, or catch-all. Great for the wabi-sabi ceramic collector. Approximate measurements: top width 6.25 inches, height 2.25 inches, bottom base diameter 3 inches.