Thank you for your interest in the item. Please read the following and await your bid. 【Product Name】 Fukko Kutani, Kirin (Qilin), Colored Earthenware Tea Bowl, Meiji Period A large Kirin is depicted in the center using the printing technique, surrounded by multi-colored enamel. Upon closer inspection, even ruri glaze (cobalt blue) is used. During the Meiji period, ordinary people began to own porcelain for ceremonial occasions. Old houses often have ink inscriptions on the paulownia boxes indicating the Meiji or Taisho era. This shows how much the standard of living had improved compared to the end of the Edo period. Even so, these were not for everyday use, but for special occasions. We modern people are fortunate. We can use antiques for meals every day, changing them as we please. Please use it for everyday enjoyment. Diameter: Approximately cm, Height: Approximately cm 【Condition of the Item】 It is believed to have had a lid, but it is separated. There are some chips in the gold paint. ※This is a personal assessment. ※Please refrain from bidding if you are overly concerned about details. ※Due to the nature of antique items, we have standardized the condition as "slightly damaged" to account for some degree of deterioration and aging. ※Please refrain from purchasing if you are looking for perfection, as this is a visual inspection by an amateur. There may be oversights. Please understand this before purchasing. Please ask if you have any questions. #Ko-Kutani #Antique #OldArt #Meiji #FukkoKutani