{"product_id":"curio_pottery_japanese_fynd-0001714","title":"Fukagawa Seiji \/ Plate (small plate) \/ Arita ware \/ Purveyor to the Imperial Household Agency, Grape pattern, Deep bowl, Japanese and Western tableware, Bowl, Botanical pattern \/ [Antiques]","description":"\u003cp\u003eBringing the elegance of the Imperial Household Agency to your daily dining table. Fukagawa Seiji's small plates are the epitome of tradition and formality created by the famous Arita porcelain kiln, which was founded in 1897. Grape and leaf patterns are gracefully drawn on the transparent white porcelain skin with dyeing by Gosu. The grapes, which are a symbol of fruitfulness, add a rich expression to the entire bowl, and the gold coloring around the rim creates an elegant and glamorous look. The chrysanthemum shape creates an elegant shadow, and you can feel the craftsman's careful work every time you pick it up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs one of the few kilns designated as a purveyor to the Imperial Household Agency, Fukagawa Seiji has produced high-class porcelain that is used in the Imperial Household and State Guest Houses. Sometsuke, a traditional Arita ware technique, is a technique in which unglazed fabric is painted with gosu (cobalt oxide), coated with a transparent glaze, and fired at high temperatures. The grape pattern drawn on this small plate has been a symbol of fertility and prosperity since ancient times, and has been loved as an auspicious pattern. The beauty of the smooth texture of white porcelain and the gradation of indigo blue speaks of the dignity unique to Fukagawa Seiji.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRecommended uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you serve it as a plate with Japanese sweets or seasonal fresh sweets, it will become an elegant plate suitable for a tea ceremony. It is also perfect as a serving plate for sashimi with soy sauce, delicacies, and pickles. The diameter is small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, and it doesn't take up much space when placed on a dining table, making it useful for a wide range of purposes, from everyday use to special occasions. If you place it in your entryway as an accessory tray, you can store your rings and earrings beautifully, creating a space that is both practical and decorative.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInterior coordination proposal\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e[Japanese modern style]\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCombine with lacquerware and wooden trays to create a modern Japanese dining table. The indigo dyeing gives the space a calming feel, and the gold color provides a subtle accent, creating a sophisticated and mature atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e[Classic style]\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair it with antique silverware and a lace tablecloth to create a prestigious tea time space. The cleanliness of the white porcelain and the splendor of the gold color create an elegant atmosphere and are perfect for entertaining guests.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout quality and condition\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs this is a reused product, there is some signs of use compared to a new product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere may be some color unevenness due to repair marks or aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere may be slight scratches or scuff marks due to use, but this does not affect use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere may be slight differences in color tone between the photo and the actual product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e[About confirmation at physical stores]\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can actually view this product at our physical store in Meito Ward, Nagoya City. Please be sure to check out the textures and colors in-store, which are difficult to convey through online images and descriptions. *Depending on the status of business negotiations at the store, there may be cases where the display is temporarily unavailable. 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