Dancing Cranes Side Plate Sauce Plate delicate rim patterns

delicate rim patterns

which is not visible

using a technique called kinsai

it makes a charming decorative piece

The heron depicted on the plate is known as a bird that brings good luck

Dancing Cranes Side Plate Sauce Plate delicate rim patternsA sauce plate features flying Japanese cranes as if they are dancing. Kutani ware uses a brush for painting with Japanese coloring paint, as you can see the painted bird is slightly thickened and standing out. The crane is known to be a symbol of longevity and prosperity. The size is great as an extra plate. It might be good to use as a lovely saucer as well. There are different designs for the same plate from Kutani ware so collect your favorite