Auspicious Akae Faceted Side Plate DESIGN_Ko-Kutani and karakusa

and karakusa

the Kutani ware technique by which five-color glaze is applied over silver foil

this design embodies both tradition and sophistication

and you can feel the warmth and comfort to hold it in your hand

"Cranes live for a thousand years

Auspicious Akae Faceted Side Plate DESIGN_Ko-Kutani and karakusaThis side plate draws the eye with its unique silhouette, inspired by the tagasode motif, which depicts a beautiful kimono draped over a traditional clothing rack. The graceful curves are created using a traditional technique known as kata uchi, in which a slab of clay is pressed into a plaster mold to form its shape. The decoration is rendered in akae, using Zoho Kilns specially developed natural bengara pigment, prepared from a bengara material no