This couples' pair of yunomi (teacups) features a kohiki glaze made of white slip and peach spots in a pattern known as 'gohonte' and a standing crane motif.
Handcrafted in Kyoto, Japan by the well regarded Seizan Kiln 西山窯.
Called 'meoto yumomi' in Japanese, couple's pairs of teacups are traditional wedding gifts.
Kyo-yaki (京焼) is a type of Japanese pottery that traditionally comes from Kyoto, Japan. The pottery traditions of Kyoto date back to the 5th century and are varied in their styles.
Dimensions:
Larger cup:
7.5cm (3in) - width
8.5cm (3.3in) - height
200ml - capacity
Smaller cup:
7.5cm (3in) - width
8cm (3.1in) - height
180ml - capacity
Condition: Very good
This vintage item ships from Thailand
