Dragon Maki-e Lucky Cat CATEGORY_Tool&Accessory-Ladle Holder strong shape decorated with elegant

strong shape decorated with elegant and delicate patterns using gold

while the upper surface has delicately carved grooves of the technique of tobikanna (chattered pottery)

the tokusa pattern of straight vertical lines is inspired by the Japanese plant tokusa

They rest smoothly against the lips

adds a playful touch characteristic of Kutani Choemon and offers a perfect example of how traditional craftsmanship blends with modern creativity

Dragon Maki-e Lucky Cat CATEGORY_Tool&Accessory-Ladle Holder strong shape decorated with elegantThe Dragon Maki e Lucky Cat embodies an element of artistic surprise that lies at the heart of Hariya Kinuyos lacquer expression. As a master artist of maki ethe traditional lacquer technique of painting with urushi lacquer and sprinkling gold or other metal powders onto the still wet surfaceHariya has refined a painterly approach that allows fine strokes and layered materials to shape the way each piece is experienced. The face of this porcelain