Antique Japanese Haisen 19th Century Blue Hand Painted Ceramic Cup Washer 6"D Kodansu the quintessential symbol of agricultural

the quintessential symbol of agricultural bounty — rendered with careful attention to their woven straw texture and characteristic shape

It remains in  fine antique condition and should serve well for another century or more of use

with a warm century deep patina

5” tall x 3

Antique Japanese Haisen 19th Century Blue Hand Painted Ceramic Cup Washer 6"D Kodansu the quintessential symbol of agriculturalAntique Japanese Haisen sake cup washer, 19th century. Blue & white hand painted imari ceramic in a maple leaf, plum blossom and lucky bat motifs. These pedestal bowls were used for carefully washing sakes cups. Height = 4. 5" Diameter = 6. 25"