Hanazume Large Bowl MAKER_Seikou Kiln The black cat is considered

The black cat is considered to be a cat with special power

and a chidori

The transparent and glossy glaze complements the soft gradient of colors

Detailed figures drawn in red is characteristic of this Iidaya and akae style of Kutani ware

Hanazume Large Bowl MAKER_Seikou Kiln The black cat is consideredThis elegant bowl features a delicate Hanazume style, meaning filled with flowers, one of the most notable design of Kutani ware which has been handed down the Taisho period (CE 19121926). Filled with colorful flowers all over the body with gold trimming, it has a timeless elegance and sophistication created by hand drawn technique; there are no two alike. It is not a perfect circle; the asymmetry of its natural shape is intentional and an exquisite