This is a unique and strangely patterned medium-sized plate purchased from an antique art dealer. The entire piece is covered in a pale green glaze, similar to celadon. First, let's look at the circular window in the center. It resembles the leaves of root vegetables. Considering auspicious symbolism, it's likely a turnip. However, the body of the turnip is nowhere to be seen. Could the gold decoration on the back represent the body? Exotic flowers are depicted in the rectangular windows that extend like swords towards the four directions. The thick black borders and solid red color give this plate a striking image. Each window, separated by the tips of the "swords," has a circular window in the center. The red orb appears to be a representation of "yoraku," Indian ornaments. These are decorative elements worn by Buddhist statues. The adjacent circular window, which looks like a pineapple, features a seigaiha (wave) pattern. From there, intricately drawn floral arabesques extend outwards. The back of the plate continues the design of the front, with patterns of red orbs and seigaiha waves. There are no major chips. Some minor scratches. There is a chip on the rim. Please examine the images carefully for details. Size: Width: 15.5 cm Height: 3 cm