A vintage Japanese Kutani porcelain plate featuring a dragon motif on a red ground with a central image of a crane. This plate showcases the mastery of Oriental porcelain craftsmanship and the incorporation of meaningful imagery. The dragon, a powerful and revered creature in East Asian mythology, often symbolizes strength, good fortune, and protection. The red ground adds vibrancy and auspiciousness to the plate, as red is considered a color of luck and prosperity in many East Asian cultures. The central image of a crane further enhances the symbolic meaning, representing longevity, grace, and harmony. Marked on the bottom. Circa the late 20th century. Antique Oriental Plates For Collectors.