Gold-Wire Knotted Small Plate — Japanese Porcelain Tableware
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Gold-Wire Knotted Small Plate — Japanese Porcelain Tableware
Artisan-Made Gold Wire Knotted Small Plate
Transform your dining moments with the Gold Wire Knotted Small Plate from the Mizuhiki-themed "Musubi Series." This exquisite piece captures your senses with its unique knot design and glossy white porcelain, which provide a striking backdrop for the intricate hand-drawn lines. Each time you serve from this plate, you bring home the art of meticulous craftsmanship that defines it.
Craftsmanship and Cultural Significance
Emerging from the esteemed Arita region of Japan, this plate reflects a long legacy of ceramic mastery. With a diameter of approximately 5.9 inches (150 mm), it's perfectly sized for presenting appetizers or desserts, serving as an attractive decoration in your home. The luxurious gold and platinum accents add an elegant touch that enhances any table setting, while the plum knot motif celebrates enduring bonds, ideal for intimate gatherings or holiday festivities. Handle this delicate piece with care to preserve its exquisite appearance; gentle cleaning is required.
Functionality Meets Aesthetic Appeal
This versatile plate seamlessly fits into diverse decor styles, from modern minimalism to classic elegance. Its smooth, glossy finish invites admiration and adds a touch of sophistication to each meal, making every occasion special. For optimal preservation of its beauty, hand washing is recommended to ensure its pristine condition and longevity.
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Arita porcelain · Saga, Japan
Arita: the birthplace of Japanese porcelain
Arita is where Japanese porcelain first flourished in the early 1600s. Known for its fine white body, refined decoration and generations of specialist craftsmanship, Arita ware remains one of Japan’s most enduring ceramic traditions.
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What is Arita ware?
Arita ware is Japanese porcelain made in and around Arita, Saga Prefecture. The name covers a wide range of styles, from traditional blue-and-white designs to richly painted and contemporary pieces, united by the region's long porcelain-making tradition.
Why is Arita porcelain special?
Arita porcelain combines technical precision with a long tradition of decorative craftsmanship. Its fine, hard porcelain body allows for crisp forms and detailed decoration, while generations of specialist makers have developed distinctive glazing, painting and firing techniques.
Where is Arita ware made?
Arita ware is made in the town of Arita and the surrounding ceramic region of Saga Prefecture on Kyushu, in southern Japan. The area remains closely associated with porcelain production more than four centuries after the craft first developed there.
How is Arita porcelain different from other Japanese ceramics?
Arita ware is porcelain rather than stoneware or earthenware. Compared with many Japanese ceramic traditions, it tends to have a finer, lighter and more refined body, often with a bright white surface that provides an ideal base for detailed painted decoration.