Hanazume Yunomi Japanese Teacup Pair MAKER_Arita Porcelain Lab with three tortoiseshell shapes interlinked

with three tortoiseshell shapes interlinked to form a unified design

The design depicted inside of the bowl is a traditional pattern of bamboo

Its shallow shape makes it less suitable for noodle soups such as ramen and udon

metallic feel

During the Heian period (794-1185 CE)

Hanazume Yunomi Japanese Teacup Pair MAKER_Arita Porcelain Lab with three tortoiseshell shapes interlinkedThis is a pair of lidded yunomi teacups decorated with hanazume, a style characterized by a surface lavishly filled with flowers. Hanazume is one of the most notable designs of Kutani ware, a style that has been handed down since the Taisho period (19121926 CE). Colorful flowers adorn the entire body and the lids of the teacups, complemented by gold trimmings, lending a timeless elegance and sophistication. As each piece is individually crafted,