Antique Japanese Haisen 19th Century Blue Hand Painted Ceramic Cup Washer 6"D Kodansu An elegant piece of history

An elegant piece of history that's both highly collectible and quite decorative

with a warm century deep patina

It remains in  fine antique condition and should serve well for another century or more of use

Sometimes a kettle or pan was placed on top to heat water for tea or grill small food items

5" in diameter and 1" high

Antique Japanese Haisen 19th Century Blue Hand Painted Ceramic Cup Washer 6"D Kodansu An elegant piece of historyAntique Japanese Haisen sake cup washer, 19th century. Blue & white hand painted imari ceramic in a maple leaf, plum blossom and lucky bat motifs. These pedestal bowls were used for carefully washing sakes cups. Height = 4. 5" Diameter = 6. 25"