Japan HOTTA Yu SHOTEN Hand Painted 11" Covered Four Part Divided Serving Platter

The Japan HOTTA Yu SHOTEN Hand Painted Covered Four Part Divided Serving Plate is a stunning and intricately crafted piece of tableware. The mark is from the HOTTA Yu SHOTEN & Co., in business before WWII (1921-1947), who is a Japanese pottery company known for producing high-quality and artistic ceramics. The serving plate features a hand-painted design with delicate yellow and pink roses, along with scrolls, embossed details, adding an air of elegance and beauty to the piece. It is divided into four parts, making it perfect for serving a variety of foods, such as appetizers, snacks, or condiments, in a visually appealing manner. The covered lid helps keep the contents fresh and can be removed for easy access to the divided sections. The plate is adorned with gold trim, which enhances the overall luxurious and refined look of the serving piece. The combination of delicate roses, scrolls, embossed details and gold trim showcases the exquisite artistry and traditional elegance of Japanese pottery, making it to be a standout and cherished piece in any table setting or collection. Dimensions: - Width: 11 1/2 in with rim, 9 in without rim, - Height: 2 1/4 in with cover, 1 1/4 in without cover Yellow & Pink Roses, Scrolls, Gold Trim Crafted In Japan Discontinued Piece. Actual: 1921-1947 Condition: Plate is excellent condition, cover has a small chip and crazing (please see photo)