Japanese Porcelain Blue White Deep Bowl Shippo Seven Treasures Miyama

Description

Miyama-yaki kiln (Yamagata prefecture) started to operate in the early 19th century using glaze and clay collected from the raw … more Miyama-yaki kiln (Yamagata prefecture) started to operate in the early 19th century using glaze and clay collected from the raw material production area.
Shippo Japanese pattern consists of superimposed circles forming petals or stars, depending the way you look at it. For Japanese, the Shippo pattern represents the seven treasures of Buddhism (gold, silver, pearl, coral, crystal, agate and lapis lazuli). The Shippo pattern used to be highly popular in the Edo period, especially on women's kimonos. It is said to be a symbol of harmony and good relationships.
Ornamental, deep bowl, marked with Miyama-kiln kanji at bottom. Japanese blue and white glaze (light indigo blue). Seaside village, mountain, sea and sailboats decorated inside; Shippo auspicious pattern outside.
5.5 inches diameter, 2.5 inches high.
Very good condition, no chips or cracks.
Provenance: Honshu island pottery private collection.
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