Fujii Kinsai Arita Japan - Kosometsuke Kinsai Goldfish Ornamental plate 19.80 cm 古染付金彩金魚絵飾り皿（径19.8ｃｍ） - Free Shipping
Product Name
Fujii Kinsai Arita Japan - Kosometsuke Kinsai Goldfish Ornamental plate
古染付金彩金魚絵飾り皿（径19.8ｃｍ）
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.
*Sometsuke* (blue-and-white ware) is a signature technique of Arita ware in which a design is painted onto the porcelain body using *gosu* (cobalt pigment) before a transparent glaze is applied and the piece is fired, resulting in a distinctive indigo hue. Variations in the cobalt concentration and subtle differences during firing create a rich array of expressions—ranging from deep blues to soft, bleeding washes—evoking a sense of quiet elegance and the aesthetic of *wabi* (subdued refinement). In this piece, the gentle gradations of indigo evoke the tranquility of the water's edge, resulting in a design that exudes a calm, serene atmosphere.
Goldfish originated from the scarlet crucian carp discovered in China and were introduced to Japan toward the end of the Muromachi period. Because the Japanese word for "fish" (*uo*) is a homophone for "abundance" (*yo*), the goldfish is considered an auspicious motif symbolizing wealth and prosperity, and it has long been a cherished subject in traditional crafts and painting. The image of two goldfish swimming close together signifies harmony, contentment, and prosperity; set against a composition that evokes a still water surface, the design captures a gentle sense of life and emotional resonance.
Harmonizing traditional Arita ware techniques with a modern sensibility, this piece is a work of art worthy of any collection. The auspicious goldfish motif and the beauty of the *sometsuke* style—quintessentially Japanese—are also highly appreciated internationally, making this an ideal gift for sharing the spirit of Japanese culture. With its dignified presence, this Arita ware decorative plate is a piece to be cherished for years to come.
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).
Material
Using real Gold
Plate Size
Height 3.3 cm (1.299 ")
Diameter 19.80 cm (7.795 ")
Delivery Time
We will ship your order within 10 days.
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