Dancing Cranes Side Plate Sauce Plate which is not visible

which is not visible

using a technique called kinsai

It is painted in pale colors and sprinkled with gold leaf

delicate rim patterns

Dancing Cranes Side Plate Sauce Plate which is not visibleA 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