Crane Gold Leaf Ornamental Plate CATEGORY_Servingware-Tray & Placemat named for both seasons

named for both seasons

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

It also has the advantage that warm food does not cool down easily

Executed in soft

bumpy dot pattern known as arare

Crane Gold Leaf Ornamental Plate CATEGORY_Servingware-Tray & Placemat named for both seasonsThis 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