Japanese Lidded Chawan-nushi Bowl（染付祥瑞梅花鳥）

  Arita-yaki (Imari ware) plate featuring the motif of plum blossoms and birds, designed in a traditional style with patterns dyed and carved. The design is a orthodox style, and the plate embodies the timeless technique of "sometsuke" (underglaze blue) using white and indigo, a technique that has been practiced since the early days of Arita porcelain in the 1610s. The color indigo, utilized in this "sometsuke" technique, has deeply intertwined with the aesthetic sensibility of the Japanese people. It has been an integral part of Arita porcelain since its inception in the 1610s, representing a heritage of enduring craftsmanship. 茶碗蒸し椀 (Chawanmushi Wan) is a lidded bowl used to serve chawanmushi Chawanmushi is a Japanese savory egg custard dish, steamed in a small cup or bowl. It is typically made with a mixture of eggs and dashi (Japanese soup stock), and often includes ingredients like mushrooms, shrimp, chicken, and ginkgo nuts. The texture is smooth and delicate, similar to a custard, and it is usually served as an appetizer or side dish. Top 3.35"x3.25" Cup 3"x3"x3" Plate 4"x4"