{"product_id":"japanese-porcelain-butter-crock-with-floral-motif","title":"Japanese Porcelain Butter Crock with Floral Motif","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA charming Japanese porcelain butter crock featuring a beautifully detailed hand-painted floral design. The rectangular covered form is decorated throughout with delicate flowering vines and foliage in rich shades of green, blue, iron red, yellow, and aubergine, framed by fine red borders. Shaped panels along the sides feature larger floral arrangements, adding depth and elegance to the intricate pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe fitted lid is finished with a simple rectangular handle, while the crisp white porcelain body provides a beautiful ground for the colorful decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe underside bears the hand-painted blue mark of \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHeian Zuikō Kiln\u003c\/span\u003e. The term \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHeian\u003c\/span\u003e is a traditional designation associated with Kyoto and is frequently found in the marks of Kyoto ceramic artists and workshops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA lovely example of Japanese decorative porcelain, this covered butter dish combines traditional Kyoto craftsmanship with a charming floral palette, making it equally appealing for table use or display. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThoughtfully designed for everyday use, the butter crock features a small opening for a butter knife, allowing the utensil to rest neatly inside while the lid remains in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: W 6\" x L 2\" x H 2\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Heian Zuikō Kiln:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heian Zuikō Kiln is a historic Kyoto kiln specializing in Kyō-yaki and Kiyomizu-yaki, with the Tsuchitani Zuikō lineage established in 1867. Passed down through generations of the Tsuchitani family, the kiln is known for combining traditional Kyoto craftsmanship with refined, highly decorative porcelain work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood-safe. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted in Kyoto, Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heian Zuikō Kiln (平安瑞光窯)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67626400710845,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/5217\/3245\/files\/IMG_4816.jpg?v=1790954595","url":"https:\/\/www.earthenarchive.com\/products\/japanese-porcelain-butter-crock-with-floral-motif","provider":"EarthenArchive","version":"1.0","type":"link"}