This Kutani-yaki tea set includes one katakuchi (water cooler; yuzamashi) and four yunomi (small teacups), each decorated with calligraphy and geometric patterns.
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:
Water Cooler:
8.6cm (3.4in) - width
4.5cm (1.8in) - height
60ml - capacity
Teacups:
7.5cm (3in) - width
4.5cm (1.8in) - height
60ml - capacity
Condition: Excellent
This vintage Japanese item ships from Thailand
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