Japanese Porcelain Small Plate Mamezara Vtg Blue Sometsuke Shishi Lion PY639 lacquered Item weight: 3600 grams

Item weight: 3600 grams

Ash residue inside

Slightly imperfection glaze

Kanji reading: Nakamachi jichikai

Japanese Porcelain Small Plate Mamezara Vtg Blue Sometsuke Shishi Lion PY639 lacquered Item weight: 3600 gramsVintage Japanese Porcelain Small Plate, Mamezara This is a vintage Japanese porcelain plate. This round small plate, also called mamezara, is sometsuke (white porcelain with indigo blue), has the image of a shishi lion in the center. Mamezara are tiny plates in a Japanese tableware set that typically hold dipping sauces such as soy sauce, garnishes, and other condiments. It is also the perfect size for holding small jewelry. White, blue Porcelain