Magnolia and Bird Underglaze Gold Leaf Ornamental Plate

This Yoshida Minori Gold Leaf Ornamental Plate, adorned with underglaze gold leaf, showcases a magnolia motif. The base color features a pale yellow-green shade, reminiscent of the Ming Dynasty (1368 CE - 1644 CE), with a gold decoration. With grand flowers and delicate buds, alongside a finely detailed small bird at the top, the plate is symmetrically embellished, its feathers intricately layered with gold leaf.

Yoshita Minori, a master of Japanese porcelain art, symbolizes the fusion of tradition and artistic mastery. Hailing from Kanazawa, a region steeped in cultural history and formerly known as Kaga in the Edo Period (1603 CE - 1868 CE), Yoshita's works echo the artistic legacy of the Maeda noble family, patrons of the arts. His creations, marked by intricate gold leaf and nuanced color usage, reflect the yugen principle of Japanese fantastical beauty and the elegance of historical royal attire.

Yoshita's contributions to porcelain art have been recognized with prestigious awards, including the Medal with Purple Ribbon in 2001 and the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rosette, in 2006.

PRODUCT DETAIL

• Dimension: L 36.0 cm(14.2 in) x W 36.0 cm (14.2 in) x H 12.0 cm (4.7 in)
• Material: Porcelain 
• Origin: Made in Japan - Kutani ware
• Artist: Yoshita Minori