Kyoto Ware, Kiyomizu Ware, Touan Kiln, Set of Rice Bowls, Flower Crystal (white with Blue and Red), Kta549

This type of ceramics is produced in Kyoto Prefecture. Its origins are said to be due to the many kilns, including those of Kiyomizu Rokubei and Takahashi Michihachi, located around Gojozaka, the approach to Kiyomizu-dera Temple. It is a representative Kyoto pottery. Many of these pieces are painted using the overglaze technique, in which the piece is painted after firing, and are characterized by the strong individuality of each artist. Size: Large - Approx. 11.5cm diameter x 6cm height, Small - Approx. 11cm diameter x 5.5cm height Material: Porcelain Country of Origin: Japan