Kutani Zodiac Plates – Porcelain Plate
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Kutani Zodiac Plates – Porcelain Plate
Zodiac Porcelain Plate
Kutani Zodiac Plates are porcelain plates made in Japan, offered in 12 zodiac sign variants. The octagonal shape gives the plate a distinctive look, while the compact 5.4" (13.6 cm) diameter and 1.1" (2.8 cm) height make it easy to use for small servings or display.
Each plate arrives in a cosmetic box, which makes it straightforward to store or give as a gift. The size and shape work well for table use, but the plate also stands on its own as a decorative piece.
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Kutani ware · Ishikawa, Japan
Kutani: Japan’s art of brilliant color
Kutani ware emerged in Ishikawa in the 17th century and became celebrated for bold overglaze painting and an unmistakably rich use of color. Its decorative language ranges from expressive nature motifs to highly detailed compositions, giving Kutani porcelain a vivid character unlike almost any other Japanese ceramic tradition.
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What is Kutani ware?
Kutani ware is a tradition of Japanese porcelain associated with Ishikawa Prefecture. It first developed in the 17th century and is especially known for richly colored overglaze decoration, bold compositions and a wide range of styles that evolved over several centuries.
What are the five colors of Kutani ware?
The traditional Kutani palette is often referred to as Kutani Gosai, or the five Kutani colors: red, yellow, green, purple and dark blue. These vivid overglaze enamels are used in different combinations, from dense decorative painting to more restrained contemporary work.
Where is Kutani ware made?
Kutani ware is associated with Ishikawa Prefecture in Japan’s Hokuriku region, particularly the areas around Kaga, Komatsu and Kanazawa. The original Kutani production began near present-day Kaga in the mid-1600s.
Why does Kutani ware look so different from other Japanese porcelain?
Kutani is distinguished by its emphasis on decoration after the porcelain body has been fired. Layers of colored enamel are applied over the glaze, allowing artists to create saturated color, strong outlines and highly expressive imagery. This gives Kutani ware a more painterly and often more dramatic appearance than many other Japanese porcelain traditions.