Wave Motif with Pine and Plum Blossom Chawanmushi Bowl Daimaru and the painting done by

and the painting done by hand

One of several theories about the origin of this auspicious doll is that Fukusuke is a successful merchant with large “lucky” ears

evoking a warm and cozy autumn atmosphere

Chrysanthemum is a shape often used in Japanese tableware

echoing the colors of leaves and stems

Wave Motif with Pine and Plum Blossom Chawanmushi Bowl Daimaru and the painting done byEnjoy delicious chawanmushi, Japanese steamed egg custard, in this beautiful Arita ware chawanmushi bowl. The pairing of deep navy blue reminiscent of the sea over a faint blue sky is punctuated with a thick gold accent that seems to express a bright horizon. An auspicious wave pattern is highlighted on each side by a double motif of plum blossoms and pine trees. The round shape of the bowl is inspired by a small gourd called hisago, which elegantly