Vintage 7pc Lot Somayaki Ware - Coffee / Tea Pot w/ (5) Cups / Mugs
Double Wall w/ Heart Cut Out and Secret Horse
- Excellent Vintage Handmade Condition
- Some gold leaf has flaking together with color and form variations are normal for this vintage handmade pottery.
- Pitcher Measures approx. 8.5" with Lid On
- Cups Measure approx. 2 3/4" Tall and 3 7/8" wide including handle
- "Somaware is known for its double-walled construction. The inner and outer pieces are thrown separately by the potter and allowed to dry and firm for a short period of time. The inner piece is then joined to the outer piece. This design not only keeps the liquid inside hot, but also the outer surface cool, allowing one to easily hold the cup."
- The hashiri-uma, or galloping horse motif is said to have been requested by a feudal lord in the mid-1600's to show pride in the region's ability to breed and train quality horses.
- COOL HAND WASH ONLY - Use caution to prevent additional gold flaking