Heron and Willow Sauce Plate
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The sauce plate features a heron with a long beak painted in the yellow background. With the Yoshidaya style, a famous traditional style of Kutani ware, the combination of bright colors makes this small yet powerful piece of artwork stand out.
The heron depicted on the plate is known as a bird that brings good luck. The willow branches hanging down on the heron is also known to be a lucky plant due to its resilient nature and the first to bud in the spring.
Made to wish its owner's fortune, the lucky plate is a wonderful gift to yourself or gift for your loved ones.
Perfectly sized as a sauce plate, it is also versatile to serve cheese, nuts, condiments, and other small foods.
Furthermore, you may put a small portion of food or relishes in, place it on a larger plate or into a bento box for more stylish and sophisticated food presentation.
DETAILS
| Quantity | 1 |
| Size | D 10.5 cm (4.1 in) x H 2 cm (0.8 in) |
| Material | Porcelain |
| Microwave | Yes |
| Dishwasher | Yes |
Maker / Brand
Founded in the early Taisho era (1912 CE–1926 CE) in Nomi City, Ishikawa Prefecture, Seikou Kiln has long been dedicated to the art of Japanese overglaze painting for Kutani ware. Through years of research, Seikou Kiln perfected a high-quality technique to transfer designs and patterns using printed sheets, all created in-house. This method captures the same level of transparency in glassy glazes and the depth of thick overglaze paints as traditional hand-painting. Their work has earned prestigious awards, such as the Japan Tourism Agency's Charming Japanese Souvenir Contest.
Origin
Kutani ware is a pottery produced in the Kaga region of Ishikawa Prefecture and it has a history of over 350 years. It is characterized by the heavy brilliance of the five colors of green, yellow, red, purple, and navy blue that are applied to the bold and daring lines. Its long history has evolved through the tireless efforts and enthusiasm of people who have sought innovation while maintaining tradition.
The beauty of the various styles and methods of painting is known as "Japan Kutani" and is highly regarded around the world.
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Yoshidaya
The Yoshidaya style, one of the most celebrated traditional styles of Kutani ware, was pioneered by Yoshidaya Denemon in 1824. This style, inheriting the ko-Kutani tradition, distinguishes itself by using an exclusive palette of four colors—yellow, green, navy blue and purple—deliberately avoiding red. The designs are intricate, featuring a main motif set against a background pattern and expressed through layers of overglaze to create a sense of depth and complexity.
Despite the Yoshidaya Kiln closing its doors after just seven years, its works have garnered the highest accolades in late Edo period (1603 CE–1868 CE) Kutani ware.
Sauce Plates
Ranging in style from elegant to kawaii, our collection of Japanese sauce plates is perfect for when you need something small yet versatile for your dining table. Conveniently sized for soy sauce and other condiments accompanying sushi or noodles, these dishes are also just right for bit-sized cheese, nuts, and appetizers. A must-have for any meal.
This category includes plates with diameters under 12.9 cm (5.1 in).
What is Kutani Sometsuke Style?
Guide to Japanese Plates
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Multiple shipping options available, with discounted shipping for orders over 500000 and free shipping over 5000000.
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Full compensation for any accidental damage that may occur during transit.
Made by Japanese craftsmen
Fair prices plus free furoshiki wrapping with every order.