Plum Blossom Dish

Ryuji Mitani

• Introduction

  I am a Plum Blossom Dish. Blossoming for eternity for your eternal happiness.

   

• Curator's Notes 

   

  One of Ryuji Mitani's signature pieces for good reason, the plum blossom dish features his 'hakuboku' style of lacquer of a black base with white top coat. A good size for a side plate or individual portion of cookies or dessert. The plum flower is one of the first blossoms to open during the year and has always been closely associated with the coming of Spring. Unlike the cherry blossom, the plum has a strong sweet fragrance. Since the Heian period, they have been a symbol of refinement and purity. The original piece was created by the artisan in 1999, and was the first time he began applying white urushi on tableware.

   

  Plum Blossom Dish was curated by Stevenson Aung

   

• Designer/Maker 

   

  Maker: Ryuji Mitani

   

  Designer: Ryuji Mitani

   

• Specifications

   

  Dimensions: 4.9” (w) x 4.9” (l) x 1.1" (h) or 12.6cm (w) x 12.6cm (l) x 2.8cm (h)

   

  Weight: 2.4 oz or 69 g

   

  Materials: Mountain cherry wood, Food-safe lacquer

   

• Details
  • Handcrafted in Matsumoto, Japan
  • Features Ryuji Mitani's signature on the bottom of the plate
  • Easch piece is individaully handcrafted and will feature variation of brushstrokes and slight variations of shape
  • Bottom is black
  • Do not soak urushi lacquered pieces in water for prolonged periods
  • Wash with a soft sponge and mild dish soap. Rinse with warm water
  • Wipe with a cloth and dry well
  • Each piece is unique and will have variations
  • Urushi lacquer will patina and change in texture and color with time and use
  • Do not place in dishwasher
  • Do not microwave
• Return Policy
  Returns or Exchanges may be done within 14 days from purchase date. We kindly ask that all valid returns must be in unused condition with attached tags and packaging. Nalata Nalata will not accept any returned merchandise without prior written communication and valid Return Authorization Number. Upon inspection and approval, Exchange or Store Credit will be provided, No Refunds. All sale items and discounted merchandise are Final Sale and cannot be returned. Read More