This Kutani-yaki yunomi (teacup) features an aochiba pattern of blue and gold flowers.

Kutani-yaki (九谷焼) is a style of Japanese porcelain traditionally from Kutani, now a part of Kaga, Ishikawa, in the former Kaga Province, Japan. Porcelain wares made here became popular in the 17th century and after production in Kutani was revived in the 19th century, it is known for its intricate designs, called aka-e kinran-de (赤絵 金襴手) Kutani

Dimensions:

7.2cm (2.8in) - width
6.9cm (2.7in) - height
170ml - capacity

Condition: Very good

This vintage Japanese item ships from the United States