Up for sale is a stunning vintage Japanese Arita ware porcelain bowl featuring a classic, vibrant blue and white hand-painted design. The interior is decorated with a dense, beautiful Botan Karakusa (Peony and Scroll Vine) motif, symbolizing prosperity and longevity. This 4 3/8" size is perfect as a small sauce dish, berry bowl, or decorative trinket dish.The bowl features an elegant scalloped "Rinka" rim accented with a traditional brown glaze line (kuchibeni). The base bears the authentic, hand-painted underglaze blue signature for the Sōhō Kiln (双峰). This piece perfectly embodies mid-to-late 20th-century Japanese craftsmanship and makes a wonderful addition to any blue-and-white porcelain collection or Asian-inspired home decor.

Arita ware (Arita-yaki) is a renowned Japanese porcelain crafted in and around Arita Town, Saga Prefecture. Established in 1616, it is celebrated for its delicate craftsmanship, vibrant overglaze enamels, and historical significance as Japan’s first porcelain production area. Their porcelain is made from finely pulverized pottery stone and is fired at high temperatures around 1300 C degrees.

Item Specifics:Type: Small Sauce / Dessert / Condiment Bowl

Origin: Japan (Arita Ware)Kiln: Sōhō Kiln (双峰窯 - Sōhō-gama)

Pattern: Botan Karakusa (Peony & Winding Scroll Vines)

Material: Fine Porcelain

Technique: Hand-Painted Underglaze Cobalt Blue (Sometsuke)Design

Features: Scalloped Rinka Edge with Brown Glazed Rim Accent

Dimensions:Diameter: 4 3/8 inches (approx. 11 cm)Height: 1.5 inches (approx. 3.8 cm).

Condition: Excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs. Glaze is bright and clean. (Please review all high-resolution photos carefully to confirm condition details).
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