Fujii Kinsai Arita Japan - Tetsuyu Platinum & Gold Carp Ornamental plate 19.80 cm 鉄釉黄金プラチナ彩鯉絵飾り皿（径19.8ｃｍ） - Free Shipping
Product Name
Fujii Kinsai Arita Japan - Tetsuyu Platinum & Gold Carp Ornamental plate
鉄釉黄金プラチナ彩鯉絵飾り皿（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.
This Arita-yaki decorative plate exudes a sense of gravitas, featuring a textured surface and a background of deep iron glaze where black and navy hues blend seamlessly. Adorning this backdrop are two distinct koi—one rendered in gold leaf and the other in platinum—creating a scene that balances serene elegance with dynamic power. The subtle layering of the iron glaze, a result of kiln transformation, varies with each piece; the serendipitous patterns born of the firing flames lend the work a unique, inimitable character.
The koi motif originates from the Chinese legend of the "Dragon Gate" (*Toryumon*), which tells of a carp that ascends rushing rapids to transform into a dragon; consequently, the fish has long been revered as a symbol of great strides, career advancement, and success. This design was adopted in Japan, becoming beloved in the form of *koinobori* (carp streamers) during the Tango no Sekku festival—where they symbolize wishes for children's healthy growth—and remaining a cherished, auspicious pattern in ceramics and traditional crafts. In this piece, the majestic swimming figures of the gold and platinum koi embody hopes for prosperity, progress, and success.
Whether displayed in an alcove (*tokonoma*), entryway, reception room, or living area, the plate’s stately iron glaze and the gleam of gold and silver lend an air of refined distinction to the space, allowing you to fully appreciate Japanese aesthetic sensibilities and the traditional beauty of Arita-yaki. Born from the interplay of fire, earth, and the artisan's sensibility, this work is a true masterpiece, possessing the value of a fine art object.
Furthermore, thanks to its auspicious design symbolizing advancement and success, it makes an ideal choice for celebrations, commemorative gifts, and corporate presents; it is also highly appreciated as a gift for international recipients, serving as a wonderful ambassador for the charm of Japanese traditional craftsmanship. It is a masterpiece imbued with the spirit of Arita-yaki tradition and the artisan's passion—a treasure to be collected and 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 Platinum & 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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