Lacquered Small Plate (Animal Series)This charming small plate, often referred to as a "mamesara" in Japan, introduces a new and playful form to traditional lacquerware. Crafted by isuke, a lacquerware specialist since the Edo period, this piece features delicate illustrations inspired by animal motifs from the collection of UNSODO, a long established woodblock print publisher in Kyoto. These are paired with uniquely developed Japanese lacquer colors that blend tradition with modern