Kutani ware Sake Cup - Nakamura Toshito - Friendly Sparrow in the Snow / 九谷焼 盃 OC-1BU With its flowing handle that

With its flowing handle that merges effortlessly with the pot's body

known as "Kurumizai" in Japan

red and gold

This pair of rock glasses seamlessly blends two iconic elements from the Edo period

Kutani ware Sake Cup - Nakamura Toshito - Friendly Sparrow in the Snow / 九谷焼 盃 OC-1BU With its flowing handle thatFukura Suzumezu, meaning "Plump Sparrows Illustration", is a delicately framed porcelain artwork by celebrated Kutani ware artist Nakamura Toshito. Known for his mastery of natural motifs and emotional depth, Nakamura has been recognized as a "First Class Traditional Craftsman" in Japan. His works are treasured for their exceptional realism and quiet elegance, often capturing the harmony between nature and human life. As expressed in Hakushu Kitahara