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Subtle variations in glaze and line give the piece warmth and individuality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"684\" data-start=\"532\"\u003eOriginally part of daily dining culture, it remains wonderfully versatile today — ideal for tea, small dishes, desserts, or simply to enjoy in the hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"684\" data-start=\"532\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"689\" data-start=\"686\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"701\" data-start=\"691\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1017\" data-start=\"703\"\u003eOrigin: Japan\u003cbr data-end=\"719\" data-start=\"716\"\u003eWare: Seto \u003cbr data-end=\"753\" data-start=\"750\"\u003eTechnique: Sometsuke (Hand-painted underglaze cobalt)\u003cbr\u003eMotifs: Riverside landscape, architectural forms\u003cbr data-end=\"847\" data-start=\"844\"\u003ePeriod: Meiji \u003cspan\u003e(1868-1912)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"888\" data-start=\"885\"\u003eMaterial: Porcelain\u003cbr data-end=\"910\" data-start=\"907\"\u003eDimensions: Approx. 7.5 cm (D) × 6 cm (H)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good antique condition with age-appropriate wear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1616\" data-start=\"1514\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kotto Living","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46366907826365,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0735\/6307\/8845\/files\/183-01.heic?v=1772591873"},{"product_id":"edo-imari-soba-choko-hand-paineted-floral-design","title":"Edo Imari Iroe Soba Choko - Hand‑Painted Floral Design Enamel with Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautifully hand‑painted Imari Iroe\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003echoko cup from the Edo–Meiji transition period, this piece showcases the refined overglaze enamel work that made Imari ware famous worldwide. The floral design is rendered in vivid blue, soft green, and warm red enamels, each petal and leaf outlined with delicate gold — a hallmark of higher‑grade Iroe decoration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe interior rim features a traditional blue geometric border, while the base retains the classic unglazed foot with double blue lines, typical of Arita\/Imari kiln production. 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