Cloisonne Decorative Plate "Weeping Cherry Blossoms" — Grace in Full BloomCloisonné, known in Japan as Shippo (七宝), takes its name from the seven treasures of Buddhist tradition: gold, silver, lapis lazuli, coral, pearl, agate, and squilla. This ancient art form traces its origins to the ornaments of King Tutankhamun's crown — a craft with over 2,500 years of history.Introduced to Japan from China and Korea around 600 B.C., cloisonné flourished during the 16th century and was further refined in the 19th century when German chemist Wagner developed a specialized glaze that gave rise to the distinctly Japanese style we celebrate today.This decorative plate features the weeping cherry blossom (垂れ桜), one of the most poetic and graceful varieties of Japan's beloved sakura. Its long, cascading branches heavy with blossoms evoke a sense of quiet beauty and fleeting elegance — a scene that has moved Japanese hearts for centuries. Captured in the luminous enamel of Shippo, this piece brings that ephemeral beauty into lasting form. Traditional Japanese Shippo (cloisonné) craftsmanship Weeping cherry blossom motif — symbol of graceful, fleeting beauty Ideal as a decorative display piece or heartfelt gift Handcrafted in Japan
