Kutani Ware Japanese Plate: Peony Pheasant Signed Tamekichi Mitsui lll

DescriptionStriking antique kutani yaki (九谷焼) plate featuring a central image of pheasants beneath blooming chrysanthemums, symbols of nobility and longevity in Japanese art. The design is set against a geometric scale-patterned background, bordered by vivid alternating green, red, and gold geometric motifs, and presented on a scalloped rim form. This Kutani plate is finely hand-painted with polychrome overglaze enamels, a hallmark of Kutani ceramic tradition dating back to the 17th century. It includes its original signed tomobako (kiri wood storage box signed by the artist along with documents.Excellent original condition.Artist: Tamekichi Mitsui lll war born in 1936 in the Ehlme prefecture, Japan.1961 Received the artist name “Tamekichi Mitsui lll1962 Made a special plate as a gift for U.S. Ambassador Edwin Reischaur1976 Japanese Royal family bought a piece titles “Sochun”1979, 1982, 1987 Prime Minsister Ohira, Suzak and Nakasone ordered his workds1997 – 2004 Art professor at Gallodet University, Washington D.C.2002 Works were in a ceramic exhibition at the Smithsonian MuseumDimensions: 12″ Diameter