Japanese Kyoto Pottery Basket Glazed Ceramic

Glazed ceramic dish with a handle, shaped like a basket. It was created in Kyoto kilns - the legendary center of Japanese pottery and ceramics. Beautiful earthy color of moss green. The piece is in excellent vintage condition, no cracks or chips. Unsigned.  Measurements: Diameter: 9" (23 cm).Depth: 2" (5 cm).Height with the handle: 5.2" (13 cm).Weight: 3.3 lb (1.5 kg). For many centuries, Kyoto has been the center of Japanese culture, including the art of tea ceremony. It is also famous as the center of Japanese pottery. Kyoto ware incorporates a wide range of ceramic styles and regional features, such as Seto, Mino, Shigaraki, Kokutani, and Koimari. Kyoto ware is the pride of the Japanese pottery tradition.