Fujii Kinsai Arita Japan - Somenishiki Kinsai Yurikou Hydrangea Ornamental plate 19.00 cm 染錦金彩釉裏紅紫陽花絵飾り皿（径19ｃｍ）- Free Shipping
Product Name
Fujii Kinsai Arita Japan - Somenishiki Kinsai Yurikou Hydrangea Ornamental plate
染錦金彩釉裏紅紫陽花絵飾り皿（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 features hydrangeas elegantly rendered in gold leaf and underglaze red against a backdrop of clear, brilliant blue *sometsuke* (blue-and-white) porcelain. Because they bloom magnificently amidst the changing seasons, hydrangeas symbolize harmony, family bonds, and patience, and have long been cherished as an auspicious motif. The interplay of deep blue, the soft crimson of the underglaze red, and the splendor of the gold accents creates an aesthetic that balances serenity with refinement.
Underglaze red is a sophisticated technique involving a copper-based pigment fired beneath a transparent glaze; its origins trace back to 14th-century China. Although introduced to Arita during the early Imari period, the technique nearly vanished over time due to the immense difficulty of the firing process. Colors shift dramatically with even slight variations in temperature or flame conditions—sometimes fading to white or turning green—making the path to a finished piece a challenging endeavor. Yet, it is precisely this unpredictability that makes the beauty revealed upon emerging from the kiln so exceptional, imbuing the piece with a unique, once-in-a-lifetime character.
From wheel-throwing to painting and firing, every step of the process reflects the artisan's honed intuition and experience, making this piece an unparalleled embodiment of Arita ware’s rich history and technical mastery. Its design—at once splendid and composed—harmonizes beautifully with various settings, such as a *tokonoma* (alcove), entryway, reception room, or living area, adding an air of distinction to everyday life.
As a work of art symbolizing traditional Japanese beauty, it is also highly prized as a gift for international recipients, cherished by many as a piece that conveys Japanese culture and aesthetic sensibility. Infused with the artisan's quiet passion and respect for tradition, this decorative plate is a valuable collectible destined to be treasured for generations 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 2.7 cm (1.063 ")
Diameter 19.00 cm (7.48 ")
Delivery Time
We will ship your order within 10 days.
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