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Hakuji Ran-bori Hachi (白磁蘭彫鉢)
This is the Arita ware crafted by NAKAO, Yasuzumi (中尾恭純).
He shaped the bowl round on a potter’s wheel and engraved the orchids design after drying.
It is suitble for serving fruits, because the bowl has the rim and has also the depth.
Height : 6.5 cm
Diameter : 23.8 cm
He makes white porcelain at the Nakasen kiln with advanced technique. The flowing and exquisite shape, it's considered a secret skill.