Kutani Ware Mug Cup - Yoshidaya Birds / 九谷焼 マグカップ 505020 with soft gold and silver

with soft gold and silver round motifs that sit quietly against the glossy surface

removes the potter from the very heart of the craft

0 cm (Max) x H 8 cm (Max

not really a ceramicist at all

Made from specially formulated coloured glass that matches the shape of the fish that represents Aomori Prefecture

Kutani Ware Mug Cup - Yoshidaya Birds / 九谷焼 マグカップ 505020 with soft gold and silverKutani ware () is a traditional craft of Ishikawa prefecture () with a history of over 360 years. The beauty of nature, brilliant colour and fine calligraphy are the key features of this style of Japanese porcelain. This mug holds a little pocket of colour and life against a grounded, earthy foundation. The artist has filled the upper register with movementleaves, birds, the suggestion of a thriving corner of naturewhile letting the dark glaze do the