Edo Period Ko-Imari Blue and White Soba Choko Cup Set Net Flower 2pcs Japanese Vase he became independent and established

he became independent and established the Noh mask carving school "Menjūkai

Background: Such decorative relief panels were a hallmark of Japan's ukiyo (浮世) entertainment culture

Depicting a powerful carp leaping upstream

shopping was primarily based on credit

His works are highly regarded for their fusion of traditional Japanese craftsmanship and modern artistic expression

Edo Period Ko-Imari Blue and White Soba Choko Cup Set Net Flower 2pcs Japanese Vase he became independent and establishedEdo Period Ko Imari Blue and White Soba Choko Cup Set Net Flower 2pcs This is a set of two antique Japanese porcelain cups (soba choko) dating from the mid to late Edo period (18th 19th century). These items are Ko Imari ware, featuring cobalt blue underglaze on a white porcelain base. The exterior is hand painted with an "Amide Hana mon" (net and flower) motif, also known as "Hyoretsu mon" (cracked ice). The cups feature a simple, unglazed foot ring