19th Century Japanese Hand Painted Round Kutani Nesting Bowls - Set of 3

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Set of 3 - 19th Century Japanese hand painted round Kutani nesting bowls. Largest 9 3/4"D x 2 7/8"H, Middle … Read more Set of 3 - 19th Century Japanese hand painted round Kutani nesting bowls. Largest 9 3/4"D x 2 7/8"H, Middle 8 1/4"D x 2 5/8"H, Smallest 7 1/4"D x 2"H. Inside bowls depicts classic scene of nobility gathering pine saplings highlighted with gold. Outside bowls with flower designs highlighted with gold. Purchased at Trent Antiques, Melrose Place Los Angeles 1999. No chips, cracks or known restorations. Very sight wear to bowl designs and gold highlights on outside of bowls do not detract from the overall beauty, sophistication and fine detailed work of the classic design. Please note that 19th Century dating of bowl is based on representation by Trent Antiques as noted on the purchase receipt shown in the last photo. See less