Product Name
Fujii Kinsai Arita Japan - Somenishiki Platinum Sakura & Butterfly Cup & Saucer
染錦プラチナ彩桜蝶絵コーヒーカップ
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.
Master Fujii's autographed on back side of all work.
"Somenishiki Platinum-Irodori" is a unique technique developed by Kinsai Fujii. It involves applying platinum accents to white porcelain that has already been fired at 1,300°C, followed by a subsequent firing at 800°C to bond the platinum to the surface. The process entails firing the piece after the application of each individual color—requiring six to ten firings in total—before the final platinum firing. The platinum applied across the surface creates subtle nuances of light and shadow; its luster shifts depending on the angle of the light and the viewer's perspective, ensuring a constant, radiant sparkle. This luxurious style harmoniously blends the traditions of Arita ware with a modern aesthetic.
**Butterflies**
In Japanese, the word for "butterfly" (*chō*) shares the same pronunciation as the word for "longevity" (*chō*), imbuing the insect with that auspicious meaning. Celebrated for the magnificent shapes and colors of their wings—as well as the beauty of their transformation and graceful flight—butterflies are regarded as symbols of beauty and have long been featured in paintings and decorative arts. In Arita ware, they are frequently paired with flowers to create vibrant, elegant compositions.
**Cherry Blossoms**
Cherry blossoms are Japan's national flower and are deeply beloved as the quintessential Japanese bloom. Their magnificent appearance has made them a popular motif in a wide range of paintings and crafts throughout history. Whether in full, glorious bloom or gently scattering their petals, cherry blossoms create a festive, elegant atmosphere and remain a highly cherished design.
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 Platinum
Plate Size
Cup Height 7.00 cm (2.756 ")
Cup Diameter 8.40 cm (3.307 ")
Saucer Diameter 15.50 cm (6.102 ")
Delivery Time
We will ship your order within 10 days.
