Rustic Hand-Painted Blueberry Small Plate
Rustic Hand-Painted Blueberry Small Plate
Rustic Hand-Painted Blueberry Small Plate
Rustic Hand-Painted Blueberry Small Plate
Rustic Hand-Painted Blueberry Small Plate
Rustic Hand-Painted Blueberry Small Plate
Rustic Hand-Painted Blueberry Small Plate
Rustic Hand-Painted Blueberry Small Plate
Rustic Hand-Painted Blueberry Small Plate

Rustic Hand-Painted Blueberry Small Plate

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historic Tajimi ceramic Hand-Painted Blueberry Plate: Rustic Charm for Your Table

Infuse your daily meals with a touch of rustic elegance with our historic Tajimi ceramic Hand-Painted Blueberry Plate. Each piece features a soft-textured surface adorned with charming, hand-painted blueberries, evoking a sense of natural beauty and artisanal craftsmanship. The subtly coarse finish and warm, earthy tones highlight the unique appeal of handmade pottery, bringing a serene and authentic aesthetic to any dining occasion.

Versatile Elegance for Every Occasion

Perfectly sized for a variety of uses, this versatile small plate is ideal for serving:

  • Individual side dishes or appetizers
  • Fresh seasonal fruits
  • Delicate Japanese sweets (wagashi)
  • Small snacks or condiments

Its thoughtful design and convenient size effortlessly complement any culinary creation, making it a cherished addition to your tableware collection.

A Note on Handcrafted Beauty

As with all authentic historic Tajimi ceramic, each plate possesses its own unique character. You may observe slight variations in color, texture, and finish, which are inherent to the handcrafted process. These subtle differences are not imperfections but rather a testament to the warmth and individuality of artisanal pottery, ensuring your piece is truly one-of-a-kind.

The Enduring Legacy of historic Tajimi ceramic

Originating primarily from Toki City in Gifu Prefecture, historic Tajimi ceramic is a cornerstone of Japanese ceramics, accounting for over half of the nation's pottery production. Its rich history dates back to the Momoyama period, a golden age when the art of tea ceremony flourished. Deeply cherished by tea masters of the era, historic Tajimi ceramic played a pivotal role in shaping the aesthetic principles of "wabi-sabi" – an appreciation for transient and imperfect beauty.

Throughout its evolution, historic Tajimi ceramic has embraced a remarkable diversity of styles, each celebrated for its distinct characteristics:

  • Kise-Seto: Distinguished by its refined pale yellow glaze.
  • Seto-Guro: Known for its lustrous, deep black finish.
  • Shino: Characterized by its soft, milky white glaze and often featuring reddish scorch marks.
  • Oribe: Recognized for its bold, often asymmetrical designs and distinctive green copper glaze.

These varied styles underscore historic Tajimi ceramic's continuous pursuit of diverse beauty across centuries. Embrace a piece of this profound history and culture, and elevate your dining experience with an authentic Japanese masterpiece.

The Legacy of Tajimi: A Golden Age of Ceramics

This piece originates from the historic kilns of the Tajimi region, an area whose very foundations are built on millennia of pottery making. During the turbulent Azuchi-Momoyama period (late 16th century), master potters fleeing war found sanctuary here. Supported by powerful warlords like Oda Nobunaga and visionary tea masters, they abandoned perfect symmetry to embrace the dramatic, irregular beauty of nature. To hold this vessel is to touch a 400-year-old story of political intrigue, artistic rebellion, and the relentless pursuit of the perfect tea ceremony.

Quantity 1
Size D 22.8 cm (9 in) x H 3.3 cm (1.3 in)
Material ceramic
Weight 556 g (1.2 lbs)
Microwave
  • Microwave safe
Dishwasher
  • Dishwasher safe