Japanese Antique Takatori ware Basin Flower-Shaped Bolw Tea Chawan pottery Imari Ware though similar antique medicine bottles

though similar antique medicine bottles are also known to exist in France

Japanese metalwork

Japanese Wooden Noh Mask “Kantan Otoko” – Signed – With Silk Bag – Traditional Theater Mask This Noh mask is of exceptionally fine craftsmanship and high quality

often seen in tea rooms or rustic settings

3cm / approx

Japanese Antique Takatori ware Basin Flower-Shaped Bolw Tea Chawan pottery Imari Ware though similar antique medicine bottlesTakatori ware Basin Flower Shaped Bolw When observing the kodai (the base of the bowl), it features a spiral like design known as a Tomoe Kodai (whorl base). On the side, there is a horizontal line marking, which was specifically created to face the Buddha when placed in front of a Buddhist altar. This indicates that the bowl was crafted as a sacred and high grade custom item to be used as a Buddhist ritual implement. The central design showcases