Hataman Touen Moist Orchid Cactus Imari Nabeshima Ware Quince-Shaped Plate

This quince-shaped plate, featuring a beautifully painted orchid cactus, is from the Moist series by Hataman Touen of Imari Nabeshima Ware. 

The layered pure white petals are exquisitely displayed on the plate, with intricate detailing of the stamen. Both the petals and stamen are rendered three-dimensional as if a real orchid cactus is unfolding on the plate, capturing its fleeting beauty. The plate masterfully captures the elusive charm of this flower, which is admired only under the cloak of night.

The graceful matte celadon texture conveys tenderness the moment you touch it. The moist and gentle surface finish is the unique technology of the kiln. 

The traditional technique of Nabeshima ware is characterized by a pale blue color reminiscent of the morning of the Okawachiyama in a light mist. Hataman Touen has taken on the challenge of creating a new expression of celadon porcelain, and has created matte-textured Moist series with a sandblasted finish. The moist texture is very smooth to the touch, and the fresh green gradation gives a cool and refreshing feeling.

Nabeshima celadon is a rare green-colored glaze produced from high-quality celadon ore mined in the Okawachiyama using a secret formula never before used outside of the area. This contrast creates a wide range of gradations in the ware and accentuates the sense of depth, which is one of the traditional techniques of Nabeshima ware.

Hataman Touen is a company that aims to "create a new Nabeshima" along with passing on the history and traditional craft of Imari Nabeshima ware, which has continued for 370 years. Based on the belief that "traditional crafts can only be inherited if they are closely connected to daily life, "the company offers tableware that enriches the spirit and sensibility in accordance with modern lifestyles.

PRODUCT DETAIL

• Dimension: W 23.5cm (9.3 in) x L 21.3 cm (8.4 in) x H 0.5 cm (0.2in)
• Material: Porcelain 
• Origin: Made in Japan - Imari Nabeshima Ware
• Brand: Hataman Touen