Straw Pattern Chawanmushi Bowl MOTIF_"Ichimatsu" Check gold sauce plate is shaped

gold sauce plate is shaped like a Heartleaf philodendron or heart-leaf

it is highly durable and resistant to water

The design with slightly aligned side edges is simple and takes advantage of the quality of wood

while the inside is a clear white

The size D 27

Straw Pattern Chawanmushi Bowl MOTIF_"Ichimatsu" Check gold sauce plate is shapedEnjoy delicious chawanmushi, Japanese steamed egg custard, in this beautiful Arita ware chawanmushi bowl. Painted with a straw pattern called mugiwarade, rendered here in several delicate colors creating a feeling that is both intriguing and subdued. Each brush stroke starts out thick and tapers out at the end, which adds a subtle interest to this otherwise simple pattern. The shape of the bowl is inspired by an ohitsu, a traditional rice container