Cast Iron Coaster Japanese - Iwachu Dragonfly in Black & Gold

This beautiful, hand finished cast iron coaster is made by Iwachu of Japan. Iwachu are known for their fine craftsmanship and long tradition. The coaster has a dragonfly relief and is hand painted in black with gold highlights. The design suggests a dragonfly hovering over the ripples of a pond. In Japan the dragonfly is a symbol of courage, strength and happiness, and often appears in Japanese art and literature. In ancient times this symbol was adopted by the samurai class. Please note that the lacquered finish of this product is designed to fade and patinate over time in an attractive way. Please do not use detergents, grease or salt on this product, and do not rub the product to clean it, as we cannot guarantee the finish if you do these things. Measures 12.5 x 10.5 cm