Vintage Kyoto Kiyomizu Ware Unraku Kiln Fan-Shaped Small Plates

This is a set of 3 Japanese fan-shaped ceramic plates, each hand-painted with traditional motifs such as plum blossoms, bamboo, orchids, and seasonal plants, symbolizing auspicious meanings in Japanese culture. Each plate bears the impressed seal mark “Rakuun” (樂雲) on the base, identifying it as a work associated with the Kyoto Kyo-yaki pottery tradition. Known for its refined glaze, delicate brushwork, and elegant forms, Kyo-yaki embodies the aesthetic sophistication of Kyoto’s tea culture.