Water dropper of white porcelain, molded in two joined halves, in the shape of a crescent (waning) moon with underglaze cobalt blue decoration of weeping cherry blossoms. Cherry blossoms symbolize renewal, impermanence of things. Among other things.
The waterdropper in its entirety refers to the third moon of the year.
Probably Imari ware. Japan, 1950s-1960s.
L 4.75 x W 1.1 x H 1.2 in.
Short very thin cracks around the spout, due to usage, otherwise fine condition
