This is a ceramic tea bowl featuring a design of red wisteria. Wisteria Flower Tea Bowl This tea bowl is designed after the wisteria flowers depicted on the National Treasure "Colored Earthenware Wisteria Flower Vase" by Ninsei Nonomura (Edo period), which is in the MOA Museum of Art collection. Ninsei was a potter from Kyoto in the early Edo period and is said to be the master of Kyo-yaki (Kyoto-style pottery). This tea vase is known as the finest masterpiece among Ninsei's many works. On the warm white glaze unique to pottery, the blooming wisteria flowers are depicted in a skillful composition using red, purple, gold, and silver. This gorgeous and elegant decoration can be said to be a symbol of Kyoto culture. The founder of this museum, Mokichi Okada, believed that "art elevates human emotions, enriches life, and makes life enjoyable and meaningful," and he worked to collect and exhibit art. MOA Museum of Art - Design: Decoration of leaves and red wisteria flowers - Material: Ceramic - Color: Combination of cream and green Dimensions: Approximately 7.9cm in height x 12.1cm in diameter Accessories: Paper box, 2 instruction sheets Please note that there may be minor stains due to long-term storage. Please check the images before purchasing. Thank you for viewing.