Shigaraki Ware Iron-Painted Flower and Bird Square Bowl a

This dignified bowl is hand-painted with flowers blooming in the spring garden of our pottery studio and birds flying through the courtyard. It is a work that allows you to feel the raw texture of the clay itself, the essence of Japanese beauty, and the transition of the seasons. This piece is carefully formed on a potter's wheel using coarse Shigaraki clay, shaped into a square form with decorative incisions, and finished with a square foot at the base. It is a traditional style of vessel long used for presenting Japanese cuisine. The flowers and birds are painted with a deep, rich iron glaze specially formulated in our own studio. This is a highly elaborate piece that has been finished over a significant amount of time. It beautifully complements food and is ideal for serving stews, sashimi, or dressed dishes. Its versatile design pairs well with other tableware and makes it a wonderful gift. You can enjoy watching the vessel's character deepen and grow richer as it is used over time. Size: 16.0 cm x 14.0 cm x Height 7.0 cm / Weight: 390 g * Not compatible with microwave, dishwasher, or oven. Please do not use cleansers or nylon scrubbers.