This is an Arita ware teacup. It is a red-painted work from Shobido Honten. It has been sleeping in the cupboard for a long time, still in its box. Originally, it was a pair of teacups, but since the smaller one was chipped, only the larger one is being offered for sale. It will be shipped in the box that originally held two cups. Below is from AI: Features: Overglaze enamel (a technique of applying pigment and firing at a low temperature after glazing) is applied to the white porcelain, primarily using red pigments. Design: Red flowers and green leaves are depicted, with lattice pattern decoration at the top. Origin: Arita ware is one of Japan's representative ceramics, produced mainly in Arita Town, Saga Prefecture. Seller: The included paper bag indicates that it is an art ceramic handled by "Shobido Honten" in Arita Town, Saga Prefecture. #AritaWare #Teacup #ShobidoHonten