Hanazume Yunomi Japanese Teacup Pair MAKER_Arita Porcelain Lab During the Heian period (794-1185

During the Heian period (794-1185 CE)

both main dish and side dish

creating an almost lifelike presence of swimming goldfish

such as plates and sake carafes

not just Japanese

Hanazume Yunomi Japanese Teacup Pair MAKER_Arita Porcelain Lab During the Heian period (794-1185This is a pair of lidded yunomi teacups decorated with hanazume, a style characterized by a surface lavishly filled with flowers. Hanazume is one of the most notable designs of Kutani ware, a style that has been handed down since the Taisho period (19121926 CE). Colorful flowers adorn the entire body and the lids of the teacups, complemented by gold trimmings, lending a timeless elegance and sophistication. As each piece is individually crafted,