Japanese Koransha Arita ware forest creatures gold-painted deep plate/box

**Japanese Koransha Arita ware forest creatures gold-painted deep plate/box** A classic work of the century-old Grand Shrine, the edge of the dark blue-green plate is painted with fine gold on different forest animals and plants such as owls, squirrels, hummingbirds, and ginkgo leaves. It is elegant and has a lively childlike interest, showing the beauty of Xianglan Society. brand design style. This plate has a depth of 5.5cm and a diameter of 23cm. It is very suitable for use as a dinner plate, decoration, or even as a water flower holder. ※Comes with original packaging box, original Japanese introduction to Xianglan Society and product usage precautions. Origin: Japan Material: Ceramic Weight: 600g/including box 935g Outer box size: length 20.5 x width 20.5 x height 7 cm (the outer box is yellowed, please do not place an order if you mind) Product size: diameter 23 x depth 5.5 cm ❖The manager of Wuer Club has collected it for many years, and this is the only one of its kind. ❖Only the collection is sold, other shooting props and accessories are not included. ❖Photos and text descriptions have been tried to restore the appearance of the collection. However, there may be color differences due to light, screen, and camera. Please refer to the actual object. ❖Old pieces are only for collection and appreciation and have not been actually used. However, traces of time are inevitable. Please understand these unique imperfections and consider placing an order before purchasing. ❖Old items have no warranty or appreciation period. If the item itself is not damaged, we will not be able to apply for a return or exchange on the grounds that the item is not as expected (color, pattern, size, etc.). **Koransha** Koransha is a classic Arita ware brand founded in 1875 with a history of nearly 150 years. In 1878, it won the gold medal at the Paris World Expo. Its design, which combines traditional Japanese softness and elegance with the colorful and gorgeous features of Arita ware, began to set off a trend in Europe and the United States. At the same time, it also It has become one of the brands used by the Japanese Imperial Household Agency. **Arita ware** Arita ware refers to the porcelain produced in Arita Town (ありたちょう) in Saga Prefecture, Kyushu, Japan. At the same time, Arita is also the first place in Japan to produce porcelain, which is the most representative porcelain in Japan. In the early 17th century, the ceramic craftsman "Yi Sanpyeong" from Korea discovered soil suitable for making ceramics in Hizen Province (today's Arita Town, Saga Prefecture, Kyushu). Arita began to develop and became the birthplace of Japanese porcelain production. From the late 17th century, The Arita area, which is not close to the sea, needs to export Arita ware in large quantities to Europe and Japan through the seaport Imari. Therefore, Arita ware is often compared with Mikawauchi ware (today's Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture) and Hasami ware (today's Higashihiki, Nagasaki Prefecture). Gunhasami Town) together, it was combined into "Imari-yaki". The biggest feature of Arita ware is that it is light and thin. Its shape is mainly cobalt blue and red of blue and white porcelain, and is matched with paintings and dyeing in green, yellow, dark blue and other colors, making it suitable for daily use. According to the different firing eras and styles, Arita ware is divided into ancient Imari, ancient Kutani and Kakiemon styles, etc. In addition, there are also high-quality Arita ware that is only used for "offerings", including those specially used by the feudal lord. The "Nabeshima style" and the "Jinri style" made as tribute to the imperial family are both the highest-grade Arita ware.