Ginsai Balloon Flower Side Plate MAKER_Nishimoto Each plate is handpainted with

Each plate is handpainted with Japanese coloring pigments

which is a small pitcher used to cool down boiled hot water to the appropriate temperature suited to make aromatic and rich tea

One side features a single bird

This is a Japanese small plate with a plum blossom pattern on a beautiful blue-green background

Ginsai Balloon Flower Side Plate MAKER_Nishimoto Each plate is handpainted withThis exquisite side plate is inspired by the kikyo, or balloon flower, a motif cherished in Japanese culture for its graceful form. The delicate silver glaze of ginsai leans toward white, catching a soft shimmer that enhances its refined presence. Expertly crafted using carving techniques reminiscent of fine woodwork, its textured surface adds depth and dimension, creating a striking interplay of light and shadow. From the side, the plates sharply