Antique Japanese Rokufu Fish Plate Set
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Directory: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Earthenware: Pre 1950: Item # 1499063
Directory: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Earthenware: Pre 1950: Item # 1499063
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A set of 5 dishes in the shape of Tai (sea bream), a fish whose name is synonymous with celebration, dating from the fist half of the 20th century and enclosed in the original wooden box signed Ryokufu-gama. Each dish is 8.5 x 13.5 x 2.5 cm (3-1/2 x 5-1/2 x 1 inch) and all are in excellent condition.
Sea bream is not just a culinary ingredient but also a cultural symbol in Japan, embodying elegance, celebration, and respect for tradition. Sea bream is considered a premium fish, often reserved for special meals or high-end dining experiences. The fish's appearance, with its vibrant red color and elegant shape, makes it visually appealing and suitable for festive presentations. Historically, it was regarded as a fish for the nobility and samurai class. The word "tai" is associated with "medetai" which means auspicious or celebratory. Because of this, sea bream is often served at festive occasions like weddings, New Year celebrations, and other milestones.
A set of 5 dishes in the shape of Tai (sea bream), a fish whose name is synonymous with celebration, dating from the fist half of the 20th century and enclosed in the original wooden box signed Ryokufu-gama. Each dish is 8.5 x 13.5 x 2.5 cm (3-1/2 x 5-1/2 x 1 inch) and all are in excellent condition.
Sea bream is not just a culinary ingredient but also a cultural symbol in Japan, embodying elegance, celebration, and respect for tradition. Sea bream is considered a premium fish, often reserved for special meals or high-end dining experiences. The fish's appearance, with its vibrant red color and elegant shape, makes it visually appealing and suitable for festive presentations. Historically, it was regarded as a fish for the nobility and samurai class. The word "tai" is associated with "medetai" which means auspicious or celebratory. Because of this, sea bream is often served at festive occasions like weddings, New Year celebrations, and other milestones.