Dancing Cranes Side Plate Sauce Plate sunomono (vinegared vegetables or seafood)

sunomono (vinegared vegetables or seafood)

the plate is decorated in the Mokubei style of Kutani ware

which is not visible

aemono (seasoned or sauced food)

Dancing Cranes Side Plate Sauce Plate sunomono (vinegared vegetables or seafood)A sauce plate features flying Japanese cranes as if they are dancing. Kutani ware uses a brush for painting with Japanese coloring paint, as you can see the painted bird is slightly thickened and standing out. The crane is known to be a symbol of longevity and prosperity. The size is great as an extra plate. It might be good to use as a lovely saucer as well. There are different designs for the same plate from Kutani ware so collect your favorite