CHAWAN 2004 COLLECTION (20) The chawan, or tea bowl, is, of all the tea utensils, the most familiar to Westerners and yet its significance is rarely appreciated. In its primary role as the direct connection between host and guest, it can transcend its function and take on a spirit of its own. As these bowls are used over time they mature and improve. Tea Ware 1 Tea Ware 2 Tea Ware 3 Chawan 1A Chawan 1B Chawan 2 Chawan 3 Chawan 4 Chawan 5A Chawan 5B Chawan 6 Chawan 7 Chawan 8 Chawan 9 Chawan 10 Chawan 11 Chawan 12 Chawan 13 Chawan 14