Teacup ("mug") with classic Asanoha pattern

Tea cup ("mug") with classic Asanoha pattern - a geometric star motif of repeating triangles, deeply rooted in traditional Japanese design culture.

Dimensions:
Height: approx. 9.0 cm
Diameter: approx. 8.0 cm

Asanoha (Japanese: 麻の葉 - "hemp leaf") is a traditional Japanese pattern consisting of stylized hemp leaves. Due to the rapid, vigorous growth of the hemp plant, it symbolizes vitality, protection and healthy development. The clear, rhythmic lines give the cup a timeless elegance and have been used for centuries in Japanese textiles, ceramics and architectural ornaments.