DescriptionJapanese antique porcelain Hirado ware figure of a puppy. Charming expression and details. Wearing a flowered collar tied with a bow. Hirado ware was first developed in the village of Mikawachi located in the area of Kyushu which was, along with neighboring islands, controlled by the Hirado daimyo. Initially Hirado ware was made exclusively for the daimyo’s use. Later, Hirado ware found it’s way west through Japan’s trade with the Dutch East Indian Company.Age: Early Meiji Period (c. mid 1800’s)Dimensions: 5 3/4″ high x 5 1/4″ wide x 4″ deep
