Underside of plate reads ART OF CHOKIN. Center of plate has gold, silver & bronze toned etched detail depicting peacocks in tree. Rim is black & gold toned. Piece measures approx 9 inches wide. Plate, Art of CHOKIN plate, porcelain plate, Asian plate, orientalist, orientalism, orientalia. Property of a Manhattan New York estate. Reverse side reads ART OF CHOKIN The art of Chokin was introduced in the 6th century to decorate Shrines & Temples and was used to decorate Samurai Armors, swords, helmets etc in the later years. This elegant Art of Chokin is created by using ancient technique of etching copper plare and gilding gold and silver. Not for food use. For decorative purpose only. Made in Japan for Westland Co. Then lists address in California. 6