Description
Imari porcelain of the Edo period featured particularly delicate and gorgeous paintings that fascinated the West and would later leave a lasting impact on the production of ceramics in Europe. Among Edo-period Imari porcelain, Enpo-era pieces are thought to be the most elegant. Based on its delicate shades and styles, Iro-e combines traditional designs with household pets. The motif is based on a traditional pattern that usually includes a squirrel, which stands for productivity, fertility, and longevity. In this case, the squirrel has been changed to a cute baby hedgehog.
ELEMENTS
Fire, Earth
MATERIALS
Porcelain
DIMENSIONS
Diameter: 3 3/16"
Height: 2 7/16"
USE & CARE
- Hand wash only
- Not for use in oven
- Use in microwave not recommended