Kutani Ware Mug Cup - Yoshidaya Flower / 九谷焼 マグカップ r230802 a symbol of health and

a symbol of health and longevity

and imbued with his vision of ceramics as both artwork and companion to daily life

Touan Kiln (陶葊) is a respected kiln of Kyo-Kiyomizu ware (京・清水焼)

Through this restrained gesture

Kutani Ware Mug Cup - Yoshidaya Flower / 九谷焼 マグカップ r230802 a symbol of health andKutani ware () is a traditional craft of Ishikawa prefecture () with a history of over 360 years. The beauty of nature, brilliant colour and fine calligraphy are the key features of this style of Japanese porcelain. The artist has distilled the essence of the leaf motif into something almost abstracta pattern that reads differently depending on how you turn it. The deep, textured glaze gives it weight and substance, while the painted details keep it