Square Plate with Gold-Painted Butterfly

This is a square plate, with a graceful depiction of butterflies dancing in the pottery studio's garden during springtime. The warm colors and soft texture evoke a subtle Japanese beauty and a sense of the season. Crafted from Shigaraki clay, this square plate is shaped on a potter's wheel, with butterflies meticulously hand-painted and then gilded with gold before firing. The delicate gold trim lends a subtle elegance to the butterflies. The use of gold in painting is technically challenging, requiring careful control of temperature and humidity during the process. The slightly raised edges make it easy to plate food, allowing you to enjoy arranging dishes that highlight the design. It pairs effortlessly with other tableware, both Japanese and Western, making it an ideal choice for entertaining or as a thoughtful gift. You can also look forward to the piece deepening in character with continued use. 15.0cm × 15.0cm Height 3.0cm Weight 260g *Not suitable for use in microwave ovens, dishwashers, ovens, with cleansers, or nylon scrubbers.