{"product_id":"antique-western-ceramics-31","title":"SMALL CUP, Delftware, white-glazed, 3, Dutch Antique, Early Modern Period（16th–19th centuries）","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis small Delftware piece dates back to the 17th to 18th centuries. Its rich, yogurt-like white hue, achieved by adding tin to the transparent glaze, served as a foundation for the development of both underglaze blue and overglaze decoration. The low-fired clay of Delft is inherently fragile, and with the passage of time, it tends to develop fine cracks. The plain white Delft acts as a canvas that captures the passage of time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the Age of Exploration, this style spread throughout Europe and was originally crafted for use as ointment containers. However, in Japan, it was repurposed during the Edo period for use in the tea ceremony, valued as a sake cup or mizusashi. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular piece measures approximately 3 cm in width, making it an intriguing size when considered as a guinomi (sake cup). Due to recent circumstances, acquiring Delftware has become increasingly challenging. We encourage you to consider adding this exquisite item to your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile a one-hour water leakage test showed no signs of leakage, please note that due to its age, we cannot guarantee it against prolonged exposure to water.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ROCANIIRU COLLECTION","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50582505292057,"sku":null,"price":24000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0688\/9911\/1193\/files\/202503256527.jpg?v=1752153252","url":"https:\/\/rcnir.com\/en-in\/products\/antique-western-ceramics-31","provider":"入蘆花（ロカニイル）","version":"1.0","type":"link"}