Decorative Plate Phalaenopsis Orchid（Kazari sara Cochoran） is...

• This is a decorative plate adorned with phalaenopsis orchids rendered in the Maki-e tradition.

The phalaenopsis orchid, whose petals evoke the wings of a butterfly in flight, carries the auspicious meaning of 'happiness flying in' and 'good fortune dancing near' — making it a cherished motif for celebratory gifts in Japan. This plate is decorated in Maki-e, a traditional Japanese lacquer art, with the orchid blossoms highlighted in silver leaf so that they catch and scatter light with every shift of angle. The vision behind the design is one of pure, luminous silver orchids — their petals shimmering as though light itself were drifting gently into the room.
A classic and commanding presence, this plate brings elegance to any interior space, large or small. Recommended as a gift to mark a business opening, the completion of a new building, or any occasion on which one wishes to convey lasting happiness to someone special.