Majolica pottery plate with cherry design and wicker handle from Japan

This decorative majolica plate was produced in Japan during the mid-20th century, likely between the 1950s and 1970s. It features hand-painted cherries on a leaf-shaped dish with a distinctive wicker handle, combining ceramic craftsmanship with basketry elements. Japanese majolica pieces like this were popular export items during the post-WWII era, often created to appeal to Western tastes with their colorful glazes and naturalistic designs. Collectors of vintage kitchenware and decorative ceramics particularly value these pieces for their charming aesthetic and representation of mid-century Japanese export ceramics. The combination of the leaf form, fruit decoration, and wicker handle makes it an attractive display piece for collectors of botanical-themed pottery.