Kakusho Kiln Chrysanthemum and Bush Clover Mikawachi Ware Rice Bowl
This splendid rice bowl, graced with delicately painted chrysanthemums and bush clover, encapsulates the essence of nature's elegance. The understated charm of the painting within adds a delightful surprise, while its exterior showcases a refined simplicity.
The design features flowers of chrysanthemum and bush clover, which invite a serene and sublime state of mind. You can fit this charming cup in your hand and feel the lightness and thinness of Mikawachi ware.
It displays an exquisite gradation, painted carefully by skilled craftspeople using brushes soaked in cobalt pigment, allowing the dye to flow naturally onto the porcelain. The dye "sinks" into the clay creating a gentle and soft shade of blue. The outlines are drawn swiftly with precision and care using soft and fine brushes along the contours of the flowers and leaves.
Meticulously crafted, its sturdy body promises longevity. Beyond its beauty, this bowl serves its primary function flawlessly, making every rice serving an experience of luxury and sophistication. Elevate your dining moments with this exquisite piece that seamlessly marries form and function.
Mikawachi, located in the current Nagasaki Prefecture, is a historical region known for its Sometsuke porcelain ware. Historically, its kilns served the lordship of the Hirado Domain. Compared to Arita ware, Mikawachi ware's Sometsuke features a softer, gentler shade of blue, renowned for its intricately detailed paintings.
Kakusho Kiln is one of the prestigious kilns that served the lordship of Hirado Domain, and values the elegant beauty and gracefulness in the balance between white porcelain and fine blue paintings. Their craftspeople are skilled in the use of the gentle shades of blue characteristic of Mikawachi ware, and enhances its presence with the beauty of white porcelain.
PRODUCT DETAIL
- Quantity: 1
- Dimension: D11cm(4.3in) x H6.5cm(2.6in)
- Material: Porcelain
- Origin: Made in Japan - Mikawachi Ware
- Brand: Kakusho Kiln
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ABOUT KAKUSHYO KILN
A historically presitigious kiln which used to serve the lordship of Hirado Domain in the Edo Period (1600 CE-1867 CE). Kakusho Kiln has passed on the traditional art of Blue and White for more than 300 years.The light-weight and elegant porcelain smooth to the touch. The soft and gentle shade of blue kind to the eye.
View more ItemsABOUT MIKAWACHI WARE
Mikawachi Ware, also known as Hirado Ware, is a pottery made in Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan. Known for its translucent white porcelain, it was highly popular in Europe during the trend toward Japanese crafts in the West in the 20th century. Mikawachi Ware is remarkable for its delicate modeling techniques that push the limits of porcelain, such as openwork and relief carving, and for its beautiful painting that looks like a single piece of art.
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The bowls I received were beautifully decorated. Craftsmanship is outstanding. We enjoy using them everyday. I will be buying more of there products.
United StatesBeautiful blue bowl
Gorgeous lavish yet quaint design. The soft blue color is even more stunning in person and pairs so well with Tobe ware. I particularly like using this bowl in the wintertime as a small fruit bowl.
MUSUBI KILN
Thank you for leaving such wonderful feedback. We hope the bowl makes your days a little more special! We are looking forward to your next visit.
