








Matte Black Cat Silhouette Plate
Whimsical Elegance for Your Table
Infuse your daily routine with a touch of playful elegance with our historic Tajimi ceramic Matte Black Cat Silhouette Plate. Hailing from Japan's rich ceramic tradition, this exquisite piece features a sophisticated matte black glaze that imparts a modern, serene aesthetic, adding a chic accent to any table setting.
More than just a dish, this charming plate, distinguished by its adorable cat silhouette, doubles as a delightful decorative accent. Its versatile design seamlessly complements both traditional Japanese and contemporary Western aesthetics, effortlessly enhancing the allure of your dining experience or home decor.
Versatile Applications
- For Dining: Perfectly sized for serving snacks, delectable desserts, or elegant side dishes.
- As Home Decor: Transforms into a stylish tray for organizing small accessories, keys, or stationery, adding a touch of whimsy to any surface.
The Legacy of historic Tajimi ceramic
This exquisite plate is a proud creation of historic Tajimi ceramic, one of Japan's most celebrated traditional crafts. Flourishing during the Momoyama period alongside the rise of the tea ceremony, historic Tajimi ceramic became deeply cherished by tea masters who embraced Japan's profound "Wabi-Sabi" aesthetic. Developed primarily in Toki City, Gifu Prefecture, its remarkable versatility has given birth to an array of iconic styles, including the refined pale yellow Kise-Seto, the deep jet-black Seto-Guro, the soft milky-white Shino, and the distinctive green Oribe. Today, historic Tajimi ceramic holds a significant place in Japanese households, accounting for over half of all ceramics produced in Japan, a testament to its enduring quality and appeal.
Important Note on Handcrafted Quality
Each historic Tajimi ceramic plate is crafted through a process that involves significant handwork, resulting in unique variations in texture, color, and shape. These subtle differences are not imperfections but rather a cherished hallmark of authentic historic Tajimi ceramic, celebrating its individual character and artisanal charm. We kindly ask for your understanding and appreciation of these unique qualities when making your purchase.
The Legacy of Tajimi: A Golden Age of Ceramics
This piece originates from the historic kilns of the Tajimi region, an area whose very foundations are built on millennia of pottery making. During the turbulent Azuchi-Momoyama period (late 16th century), master potters fleeing war found sanctuary here. Supported by powerful warlords like Oda Nobunaga and visionary tea masters, they abandoned perfect symmetry to embrace the dramatic, irregular beauty of nature. To hold this vessel is to touch a 400-year-old story of political intrigue, artistic rebellion, and the relentless pursuit of the perfect tea ceremony.
| Quantity | 1 |
| Size | W 22.2 cm (8.7 in) x L 18.2 cm (7.2 in) x H 3.9 cm (1.5 in) |
| Material | ceramic |
| Weight | 414 g (0.9 lbs) |
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