Hashimoto Eiho - Chawan - Ceramic - Zodiac 子 Rat Tea Bowl

Japanese Kyoto Ware Akae Zodiac Rat Tea Bowl by Hashimoto Eiho with Original Wooden Box

A charming Kyoto ware tea bowl featuring a white rat resting on a golden treasure, surrounded by colorful floral patterns and delicate gold accents. The vivid Akae decoration gives this piece a cheerful and elegant appearance.

In Japan, the twelve zodiac animals follow a repeating 12-year cycle. Collecting all twelve animal designs is a wonderful way to build a Japanese zodiac collection, with each piece representing a different year.

Features:
• Artist: Hashimoto Eiho
• Kyoto ware with colorful Akae decoration
• White rat motif representing the Year of the Rat
• Detailed floral patterns and gold accents

Dimensions:
Diameter: approx. 11.56 cm
Height: approx. 6.89 cm

Color:
Ivory, red, green, blue, yellow, and gold.

Accessories:
Original signed wooden box with decorative cord.

Condition:
Used condition.
Overall, the item is in good and clean condition. Fine glaze crazing and minor signs of age may be present.
Please carefully review the photos for the detailed condition of the item.

About the Artist:
The artist's name is indicated as Hashimoto Eiho on the accompanying wooden box.

【About Japan Antique】
One of the unique characteristics of Japanese pottery is that even pieces of the same shape can vary greatly in value depending on subtle differences in color, glaze, or pattern.

Each work is truly one of a kind, as the same design is never reproduced exactly. The value of Japanese ceramics is determined not only by the artist and its history, but also by how strongly a collector connects with the beauty and atmosphere of a particular piece.

This is one of the true joys of collecting Japanese antiques.

Generally, both the item and its original box are more desirable when preserved in clean condition. However, signs of age such as stains, wear, or changes in appearance can sometimes enhance the sense of history and add to the charm of an antique piece.

This is one of the unpredictable pleasures of collecting Japanese antiques.

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