{"product_id":"frolicking-animals-side-plate-monkey-chase","title":"Frolicking Animals Side Plate - Monkey Chase","description":"\u003cp\u003eMischief takes centre stage on this Kutani ware side plate by Tsuyoshi Sato (佐藤 剛志) of Sourakuan Kiln, which he established in 2013. Here the so-called monkey thief bolts for safety while a band of frog and a rabbit give chase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene is taken from the first volume of the Frolicking Animals (鳥獣人物戯画, \u003cem\u003eChoju-jinbutsu-giga\u003c\/em\u003e) scrolls, a National Treasure preserved in Kyoto and among the most celebrated works of Japanese humour. Thought to have been painted in the 12th century, they poke fun at human behaviour through the antics of rabbits, frogs and monkeys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good size for sides, appetisers, biscuits or a small slice of cake, this plate suits anyone who enjoys a bit of storytelling at the table. It is also an easy piece to display, whether you stand it on a shelf or keep it for special occasions. Pair it with the Archery plate and Matcha bowl for further scenes of the Frolicking Animals scrolls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot dishwasher or microwave safe, gentle handwashing is always recommended for longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Zenko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58667313955147,"sku":"SOR-KUT-SPL-001","price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1016\/5931\/2459\/files\/animals-plate-monkey-3.jpg?v=1791445147","url":"https:\/\/zenkoji.co.uk\/products\/frolicking-animals-side-plate-monkey-chase","provider":"Zenko","version":"1.0","type":"link"}