Crane Gold Leaf Ornamental Plate CATEGORY_Servingware-Tray & Placemat The contrast between the matte

The contrast between the matte black and the richly decorated hanazume area is striking

It is a perfect size for serving side dishes such as Sunomono(vinegared food)

It is also said that a story spread around the Edo period (1603-1867 CE) that if you sleep with a picture of the Seven Lucky Gods on a treasure boat under your pillow on New Year's Day

Three small dots give movement to the fish and add a delicate touch to the design

" which uses specially blended glass materials to create an opalescent

Crane Gold Leaf Ornamental Plate CATEGORY_Servingware-Tray & Placemat The contrast between the matteThis ornamental plate, rendered with fluid and skillful brushwork, features a flock of cranes taking flight under blooming cherry blossoms, all depicted with the distinctive rich colors of Kutani ware. The background is adorned with gold leaf, giving the entire piece an aura of elegance and nobility. The word "crane" was brought to Japan from ancient China, where the crane is considered a symbol of longevity and auspiciousness, believed to live for a