Sakura and Autumn Leaves Flower Vase with Stand Metal showing the fine handiwork

showing the fine handiwork

Next to the anmials

the Kutani ware technique by which five-color glaze applied over silver foil

It is characterized by its practicality and beautiful hammered surface

Sakura and Autumn Leaves Flower Vase with Stand Metal showing the fine handiworkThis vase features a deep green color with sakura (cherry blossoms) and fall foliage. Normally, sakura and fall colors are representative of different seasonsspring and autumn, respectivelybut this combination is favored in kimono and tableware and is known as shunju, named for both seasons. This pattern depicts an imaginary season in which cherry blossoms and autumn leaves exist together, and since it does not apply to any of the four seasons, it can