"Set Of 5 Small Japanese Lotus Plates - Japan"
Service of five small plates in the shape of bronze lotus leaves. Work on the front and back. The seal (unread) is on the back of each piece. In Japan, the service is by 5, and not by 6 as in the West. This type of small plates are generally used for the tea ceremony to present pastries, or to put sauces (shoyu or other). Realistic work of imitation of lotus leaf. Japan, circa 1950, 10.5 x 1.5 cm. With the original box signed by the artist.