Blue Orchid Medium Bowl
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This serving bowl is made by Le Sanpei Kiln. Its simple design, featuring flowing orchids, makes it a versatile piece for any dish. As one of the kiln's most popular and classic items, it embodies timeless elegance.
For early Imari, the underglaze blue painted patterns are simple, often painted freely with blue paint called gosu. When fired, the base color of the ware becomes slightly tinted and has a semi-glossy appearance.
The size of 16.5 cm (6.5 in) is suitable for serving salads or side dishes such as sunomono (vinegared food), Aemono(seasoned and sauced food), and nimono (simmered food). This is also perfect for serving desserts and fruits.
DETAILS
| Quantity | 1 |
| Size | D 16.5 cm (6.5 in) x H 5 cm (2 in) |
| Material | Porcelain |
| Microwave | Yes |
| Dishwasher | Yes |
Maker / Brand
In the early seventeenth century, Korean craftsman Yi Sam-pyeong, known as Le Sanpei (also spelled Ri Sanpei) in Japanese, discovered pottery stone in Izumiyama, Arita. This led to the creation of the oldest porcelain in Japan, known today as Arita ware. He also founded Le Sanpei Kiln, which operated for four generations before closing, though his name and legacy endured.
In 1920, Le’s thirteenth-generation descendant revived the kiln, which has been in operation ever since. Now led by the fourteenth generation kiln master, Le Sanpei’s exceptional porcelain craftsmanship lives on today.
Crafts
Crafted in the historic town of Arita, located in Saga Prefecture, Arita ware stands as the most venerable porcelain production hub in the annals of Japanese history. Characterized by its ethereal translucent white surface adorned with vibrant paintings, it has profoundly influenced the porcelain craft across Europe.
Within Japan, Arita ware is held in high esteem as a prestigious brand, with the town of Arita acknowledged as a quintessential production area.
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Medium Bowls
Medium-sized Japanese bowls are a highly versatile type of tableware. A great go-to for individual servings, they aren’t so big as to be overwhelming but are still large enough for main portions. Donburi dishes, nimono broth dishes, Western-style soups, cereal, and personal servings of salads will fit nicely in these bowls. They can also be used for serving sides or desserts. Our collection comes in a wide variety of patterns, colors, and shapes, making each piece not only convenient but also a stylish addition to your dining table.
This category includes bowls with diameters from 13–20.9 cm (5.1–8.2 in).
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