Fujii Kinsai Arita Japan - Ironabeshima Kozuchi & Sho Chiku Bai Ornamental plate 19.00 cm 鍋島様式小槌松竹梅絵飾り皿(径19cm)- Free Shipping
Product Name
Fujii Kinsai Arita Japan - Ironabeshima Kozuchi & Sho Chiku Bai Ornamental plate 19.00 cm 鍋島様式小槌松竹梅絵飾り皿(径19cm)
Limited edition piece; includes a bookmark detailing the artist's ceramic career.
Signed by the artist. Comes in a wooden box.
All of our products are all handmade and hand painted by Master Fujii Kinsai,
therefore each individual item are slightly different each other.
This decorative plate is meticulously crafted—from the initial wheel-throwing to the final hand-painting—using the reliable techniques backed by the long history and tradition of Arita ware. The delicate brushwork depicts a small mallet—long revered as a symbol that summons good fortune—and the "Pine, Bamboo, and Plum" (Sho-chiku-bai) motif, one of Japan's most iconic auspicious designs. The mallet is cherished as a lucky charm—specifically the "Magic Mallet" (*Uchide no Kozuchi*)—that brings blessings and prosperity. Meanwhile, the Pine, Bamboo, and Plum motif represents the pine and bamboo, which retain their greenery even amidst harsh wind and snow, and the plum, which blooms before other flowers; together, they symbolize longevity, nobility, and purity, and have long been widely used in Japanese decorative arts and ceramics. The pine signifies constancy and longevity; the bamboo represents steadfast integrity and graceful uprightness; and the plum symbolizes a pure fragrance and refined elegance. This combined design has been loved by people for ages as a splendid, auspicious pattern perfect for celebrations and joyous occasions.
Harmonizing the elegant porcelain surface unique to Arita ware with a distinguished design created through skilled hand-painting, this piece beautifully adorns various spaces—such as *tokonoma* alcoves, entryways, reception rooms, and living areas—allowing one to experience the profound charm of traditional Japanese craftsmanship. It holds great value as a work of art, offering the added pleasure of being a prized addition to any collection.
Furthermore, the auspicious mallet and Pine, Bamboo, and Plum motifs make this plate a delightful choice for celebratory gifts and commemorative items. Highly regarded not only within Japan but also internationally as a beautiful craft symbolizing Japanese culture, this distinguished Arita ware decorative plate is frequently chosen for corporate gifts, commemorative presentations, and even as a gift for distinguished guests from around the world.
Condition
Limited Edition Products by Master Fujii Kinsai Arita Saga Japan.
The number of each production are very limited
and we sell only AAA+ (Finest quality item only).
Plate Size
Height 2.7 cm (1.063 ")
Diameter 19.00 cm (7.48 ")
Delivery Time
We will ship your order within 10days.

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