EditorialPeonies and Ropes, Mulberry paper (kozo washi) treated with fermented persimmon tannin (kakishibu), and silk threads (itoire), Also known as the 'King of Flowers,' the peony (botan) is a symbol of good fortune, bravery, and honor in Japan. Amongst the ...
EditorialServing Dish (Hirabachi) with Circular Patterns (Botan-mochi), Japan, Momoyama period (15731615), Date early 17th century, Japan, Stoneware with natural ash glaze (Bizen ware), H. 2 1/4 in. (5.7 cm); Diam. 11 13/16 in. (30 cm), Ceramics.