Botanical Textures Objet d'Art 19 MAKER_Midou Kiln the shippou interlocking circular patterns

the shippou interlocking circular patterns in green and the jimon (a design used for kimono fabric) pattern in blue

and the peony is a symbol of good fortune that is meant to ward off evil spirits

The designs are hand painted by an artisan at Tanaka Toubou one by one

The bowl is perfect for gyudon

symbolizing unending peace and serenity

Botanical Textures Objet d'Art 19 MAKER_Midou Kiln the shippou interlocking circular patternsA tropical fruit that will live forever. This objet dart by Alyne Ohigashi imaginatively draws on natural forms and her knowledge of botany to create a fantastical botanical sculpture. Its texture is inspired by a fruit; it might also be likened to the ridges of a cactus, crowned by a flower reaching for the sunan intriguing combination that rewards repeated viewing. Sculpted out of Tobe porcelaindifficult to work with for such a detailed art