Struggling with a nasty sore throat and cold kept me in bed for a lot of the morning, but thinking about sorting through my new stock of Japanese antiques made my spirits rise.
When I first put my eyes on these chawans (miso bowls) I thought they were made of plastic like most modern ones. However I was wrong! After picking one up and noticing how heavy it was, I gave it a close inspection. Looking at where some of the lacquer had peeled I noticed it was wood! What a pleasant surprise!
These little wooden boxes that must of been used for drinking sake or perhaps as a scoop for rice. Notice the kokeshi print on them...?
I also have some back issues of "Fruits" and other interesting Japanese magazines.
There is also a stack of the most amazing Japanese photos. This one (which I am keeping by the way) of a little girl is my favourite because she reminds me of a kokeshi doll!
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Such a cool grouping of items.
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