Kutani Harmony Medallions Soba Cup
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Enhance your dining experience with the Kutani Harmony Medallions Soba Cup, a distinctive piece that showcases Japanese craftsmanship. This soba choko is perfect for enjoying soba noodles, desserts, soups, or even as an elegant vase. Picture the vibrant colors of the Kutani Gosai decoration brightening your table as you create memorable mealtimes with family and friends.
Artisan Craftsmanship
Handcrafted in Ishikawa Prefecture, this Kutani ware cup is made from fine porcelain, delivering a smooth, delicate touch with every sip. The intricate round patterns reveal the artistry of traditional Japanese pottery. Each cup is unique, with slight variations in color and pattern placement that add to its character. With a diameter of 3.2 inches (8.2 cm) and a height of 2.6 inches (6.5 cm), it fits comfortably in your hand and delivers a delightful experience for both casual and formal dining.
Gifting and Celebrations
This cup is an extraordinary gift for a variety of occasions, whether it’s a birthday, anniversary, or housewarming. The Kutani Harmony Medallions Soba Cup radiates thoughtfulness, making it a heartfelt choice for special moments like Mother’s Day or Father’s Day. It arrives in an elegant cosmetic box, adding sophistication and ensuring it’s ready for gifting.
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Kutani ware · Ishikawa, Japan
Kutani: Japan’s art of brilliant color
Kutani ware emerged in Ishikawa in the 17th century and became celebrated for bold overglaze painting and an unmistakably rich use of color. Its decorative language ranges from expressive nature motifs to highly detailed compositions, giving Kutani porcelain a vivid character unlike almost any other Japanese ceramic tradition.
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What is Kutani ware?
Kutani ware is a tradition of Japanese porcelain associated with Ishikawa Prefecture. It first developed in the 17th century and is especially known for richly colored overglaze decoration, bold compositions and a wide range of styles that evolved over several centuries.
What are the five colors of Kutani ware?
The traditional Kutani palette is often referred to as Kutani Gosai, or the five Kutani colors: red, yellow, green, purple and dark blue. These vivid overglaze enamels are used in different combinations, from dense decorative painting to more restrained contemporary work.
Where is Kutani ware made?
Kutani ware is associated with Ishikawa Prefecture in Japan’s Hokuriku region, particularly the areas around Kaga, Komatsu and Kanazawa. The original Kutani production began near present-day Kaga in the mid-1600s.
Why does Kutani ware look so different from other Japanese porcelain?
Kutani is distinguished by its emphasis on decoration after the porcelain body has been fired. Layers of colored enamel are applied over the glaze, allowing artists to create saturated color, strong outlines and highly expressive imagery. This gives Kutani ware a more painterly and often more dramatic appearance than many other Japanese porcelain traditions.