This is a luxurious set of a decorative plate and side plates from Seihou, a kiln that produces Kutani ware, a representative traditional craft of Ishikawa Prefecture. The most striking feature of this work is its gorgeous and splendid decoration, based on the traditional Kutani ware technique of Akae Kinrande (red painting with gold brocade). In the center, Japanese poems from the "Kokin Wakashu" (Collection of Japanese Poems of Ancient and Modern Times) and other works are meticulously inscribed in a style that mimics Mohitsu Saiji (fine brush calligraphy), requiring the artisan's high level of skill. Golden mist is painted around the characters, giving the entire plate the elegant appearance of a colorful paper cutout. The design features vibrant depictions of peonies and chrysanthemums, the latter known as the "king of a hundred flowers." Peonies have been symbols of wealth, nobility, and happiness since ancient times, and combined with the elegance of the Japanese poems, this piece possesses the value of a work of art that will richly adorn daily life. The luxurious use of gold leaf creates a brilliance that is perfect for celebrations and special occasions with guests. The back is marked with the seal "Kutani Seihou," indicating that it is a work from the Ino Seihou kiln, renowned for its traditional color palette and gold leaf techniques. It is useful not only as practical side plates but also as a decorative plate to elevate your interior decor. This item is unused and retains its beautiful luster, with no peeling of the gold leaf or chips in the painted design. Due to the manufacturing process unique to Kutani ware, there is a slight discoloration on the unglazed base where it contacts the floor, which is a natural characteristic of ceramics. This is a masterpiece unique to the Seihou kiln, blending the vibrancy of traditional Kutani five colors with the classical beauty of delicate calligraphy. You can enjoy the refined texture of this high-class craft, where the contrast between gold leaf and red painting stands out. #KutaniWare #Seihou #AkaeKinrande #MohitsuSaiji #JapanesePoetry #Peony #DecorativePlate #SidePlate #TraditionalCraft #GoldLeaf