Itsuko Zenitani Set of 4 Japanese Soy Sauce Dishes / Decor Handmade Pottery

This is a beautiful set of four Japanese soy sauce dishes, handcrafted by the talented Itsuko Zenitani. The dishes are decorated with a beautiful glaze finish and are perfect for any Japanese-inspired meal. These are sure to impress any guest! These dishes were made with great care and attention to detail, and are a wonderful representation of Japanese culture. They are perfect for collectors of Japanese pottery or anyone who appreciates handmade items. All four dishes are signed the the artist. Three of them are purple / green, while only one has a blue / green coloring. There are no chips or cracks. Great condition!! Please see photos as they are part of the description. About the artist: Itsuko Zenitani relocated to the US from Kyoto, Japan in the early 1980s. At that time, she learned about created ceramics Artwork at the Potters' Studio in Berkeley, CA. For the past several decades, she has developed unique throwing and decorating techniques and complex glaze and firing formulas. Some of her most difficult work includes hand-throwing fine porcelain to an almost translucent thinness, while retaining strength and durability of the pieces. Her most beautiful hand decorations are with Celadon, Blue or Tenmoku glazes and intricate hand-carvings. Most pieces are carefully "High" fired in gas kilns to achieve the desired look and hardness. Itsuko's style has been developed in the USA, but is based on both traditional and modern Japanese art forms and techniques.