Description
A quiet, powerful piece of Japanese studio pottery.
This small plate is part of the final collection by Masanori Tanaka, a ceramic artist born in Dachi, Gifu (Japan), known for pursuing a personal world of expression rooted in traditional techniques. Despite living with long-term kidney disease and years of dialysis, he never stopped creating—continuing to search for new forms until the end of his life.
This piece is more than tableware. It is a final proof of devotion to clay—made by hand, one by one—with texture and warmth that only true studio pottery can carry.
Perfect as a minimalist side plate, tea snack dish, or incense plate. Each plate is handmade and unique—no two are exactly alike.
Details
• Type: Small plate / saucer
• Artist: Masanori Tanaka (Kitayama Kiln)
• Origin: Japan
• Material: Ceramic (red clay / rustic finish)
• Size: approx. 11.8 cm (diameter) × 1.0 cm (height)
• Weight: approx. 120 g
Care
• Dishwasher: OK
• Microwave: OK for short warming only (600W, a few minutes)
• Direct flame: Not allowed
Please note
Each piece is handmade. Subtle variations in texture, glaze tone, and form are part of its natural character.
A rare, meaningful piece for collectors of Japanese ceramics, wabi-sabi interiors, and those who appreciate objects with story and soul.
