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This listing is for a small Kyo-ware hyotan shaped jubako made around 30 years ago.  It is wheel-thrown and shaped to resemble a gourd.  Gourds are an auspicious symbol linked to longevity and fertility. They were also used as seed containers, and older Japanese will tell you that seeds kept in such containers were always fruitful.  This item appears unused and is intended for serving New Year cuisine, however it could also be used for serving sweets or for holding trinkets.  The stamp of the potter can be found on the bottom and it comes with its original paper storage box.

Kyo-ware originated in the 17th century in Kyoto and features overglaze enamel pigments on a porcelain base. The porcelain base acts as white canvas, allowing for beautiful and superior quality designs to be painted. Kyo-ware artisans traditionally produced chawan and utensils for the tea ceremony, however contemporary potters specialize in tableware, tea ceremony items, incense holders, and okimono. Kyo-ware was designated as a traditional craft in 1977.                                                                        

Sizes

Paper Box:  H.11.8cm (4.6”) x 16.3cm (6.4”) x 16.3cm (6.4”)

Total Height:  15.6cm (6.1”)

Bottom tier:  H.6.9cm (2.7”) x Dia.12.8cm (5”)

Middle tier:  H.3.2cm (1.2”) x Dia.10cm (3.9”)

Top tier:  H.3.2cm (1.2”) x Dia.9.9cm (3.8”)                                                                              

Condition

It’s in very good condition with no chips or cracks, however there’s some minor wear on the paper box.                                                                                                                        

THESE ARE SHIPPING ESTIMATES BASED ON THE CURRENT GLOBAL SITUATION                                                                 

**Germany, France, Greece, Spain, Poland, Austria, Slovakia, Lithuania, Slovenia:  NO SHIPPING.  Very strict and expensive packaging laws in place and we are not licensed to send products to these countries.  We have no plan to register at this time because the process is in some cases very expensive and complicated, plus each country has its own set of regulations and application process. 

**USA, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Switzerland, Norway: Airmail  Small Packet (approx. 15-28 days).  Combined shipping available up to 2kgs for Airmail Small Packet (please send us a message).

**Asia:  Airmail Small Packet (approx. 15-21 days).  Combined shipping available up to 2kgs for Airmail Small Packet (please send us a message).

**Central Asia, Middle East, South Africa, Brazil, Mexico:  EMS Express 10-15 days.

**Russia:  No shipping methods available.