Japanese Zouni 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. 雑煮お椀(Zōni Owan) is a bowl used for serving zōni, a traditional Japanese soup often eaten during New Year's celebrations, typically containing mochi (rice cake) and various vegetables. Bowl 5"x5"x3"   Top 4.25"x4.25"