The same beloved scene — five Karako children chasing butterflies among pine trees — in the smaller, hand-held rice bowl size. A perfect companion to the matching ramen bowl also available in the shop.
Karako imagery has graced Japanese ceramics for centuries. The term translates literally as "Tang children," and the motif symbolizes health, longevity, and the continuity of family. The number of children depicted signals quality: three is common, five is a mark of finer work, and seven the rarest. This rice bowl, rendered in Sometsuke (cobalt blue underglaze) on translucent fine porcelain, carries five figures — playful, luminous, and deeply traditional. No maker's mark; the craftsmanship is its own authentication.
A charming gift for the collector of Japanese blue and white porcelain, the lover of Karako imagery, or anyone who appreciates the ritual of a beautifully made rice bowl. Equally lovely on a shelf or at the table.
- Maker: Unknown, Japan - Pattern: Karako Children — five figures, Sometsuke blue and white - Era: 1970s (estimated) - Material: Fine Porcelain - Dimensions: 4.75" diameter × 2" tall; 2" base diameter - Quantity: Single bowl - Condition: Excellent Vintage — no chips, cracks, or scratches. Please review all photos. - Hand wash recommended - No returns — all sales final
