Antique Japanese Edo Era (c1850) Hand Painted Plum Blossom Ceramic Tea Cup 3.25" Shinhanga Custom sizes can be produced

Custom sizes can be produced upon request

This looks to be a Thai or other east Asian Buddha

Please view the closeup pictures to admire the finely painted details and workmanship of this lidded Imari bowl

There are signs of wear and oxidation in between the outer rim edge where trapped moisture from the hands from regular use and practice collects

Burnt lacquer hardware

Antique Japanese Edo Era (c1850) Hand Painted Plum Blossom Ceramic Tea Cup 3.25" Shinhanga Custom sizes can be producedThis is an antique Japanese late Edo Era (c. 1850's) all hand painted tea cup (Yunomi) used specifically for drinking sencha. These days this size cup is also often used for drinking sake, especially chilled. This teacup was fired in a wood burning kiln at high temperatures for lasting durability. It has a stylized plum blossom and bamboo design in akai imari (multi color imari). It measures 3 1 4" in across by 2 1 2" tall (8 x 6. 5 cm). This cup