Oribe Swirl Side Plate Dianthus This yunomi Japanese teacup showcases

This yunomi Japanese teacup showcases the serene

elegantly drawn in pink and blue

connecting them with the universal workings of nature to create something quietly profound

Plum blossom knot means good health

refined down to every detail

Oribe Swirl Side Plate Dianthus This yunomi Japanese teacup showcasesThe shallow form of this side plate rests on three small feet, while a deeply carved spiral sweeps inward across the interior. The slightly irregular profile and hand shaped contours lend the plate a sense of movement, while carved ridges draw the eye toward the center of this round plate. Its substantial weight anchors the composition. Within these channels, Oribe glaze pools upon the surface, producing areas where green and blue appear to drift into