Antique Japanese Meij Era c1910 stenciled Imari Sobachoko Ceramic Usubata 1890 hand colored imari bowl

1890 hand colored imari bowl

Featuring a mirrored scene  of cherry blossoms in bloom with a tiny sparrow flying in to perch on them

This chawan measures 4

plum blossoms

Antique Japanese Meij Era c1910 stenciled Imari Sobachoko Ceramic Usubata 1890 hand colored imari bowlThis is an antique Japanese cup called a Sobachoko (dating back probably to the mid to late Meiji Era (c. 1900). Typically used for drinking cold sake these days it may also be used as dipping bowl for noodle, hold sauce or spices and otherwise an nice all purpose items for food service. Made of a high fire ceramic for lasting durability. It has a stenciled and hand painted design and artist signature. Might also be called a "guinomi" but may be