Free shipping! Instant purchase welcome! #MasaSale! Click here for crafts & art collections This is a set of two square plates by the "Thirteenth Taroemon Nakazato Kiln," a famous Karatsu-yaki kiln. It's a very interesting pair, combining a black-glazed square plate with a ginkgo leaf design and a pale green-glazed square plate with a pine (or plant) design, allowing you to enjoy different designs. Comes with a wooden box. ■Size ・Ginkgo leaf design: Approximately 14.5 x 14.5 x 3.5 cm ・Pine design: Approximately 15 x 15 x 3.5 cm ■Condition There are no noticeable chips or cracks, and the condition is good. There are kiln marks and color unevenness on the bottom, which are due to the firing process, but please understand this as a characteristic of Karatsu-yaki. ■About the artist/kiln The Nakazato Taroemon Kiln is a renowned kiln representing Karatsu-yaki, and the thirteenth generation is highly regarded for their works that incorporate a modern sensibility while inheriting tradition. This is a recommended item for your Japanese tableware collection, for guests, or as a gift. Type: Pottery Type: Bowl Type of ware: Karatsu-yaki