A Fukagawa Seiji sometsuke dish. Despite the roughness of the design, which gives it an atmosphere similar to controlled pottery, it appears to have been made as domestic daily-use ware in the early Showa era, around 1928-37. The back has the Fukagawa mark within a frame, but no Fuji mark. The design on the dish seems to be an indigo-blue "chrysanthemum" and "flowing water" pattern, created with gos (cobalt-based pigment). It is a spray-painted design. Kiln: Product of Fukagawa Seiji, established in 1894 (Meiji 27). Technique: The traditional "sometsuke" technique is used, which involves painting designs with blue pigment on white porcelain. Design: The dish features chrysanthemums and a flowing water-like, curved design. Fukagawa Seiji products are known for their bold compositions and delicate brushwork. Popular keywords: Antique, Vintage, Showa Retro, Flea Market, From the Warehouse