Overview
A set of four hand-formed stoneware plates featuring a distinctive 'S-curve' profile and minimalist iron-oxide brushwork.
1Identify
Preliminary identification
Japanese Studio Pottery Sushi Plates, Mingei Style, c. 1970s-1980s
Photo reference
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Story
The Mingei movement, founded in the 1920s, championed the idea that 'ordinary' objects used by common people possess a profound, honest beauty that fine art often lacks.
Maker / Origin
The impressed seal on the underside appears to be the kanji '信' (Shin), which is frequently associated with the Shigaraki region or a specific studio artist working in that tradition.
Condition & Value
The plates appear to be in excellent vintage condition with no visible chips, cracks, or 'crazing' (fine surface cracking). While purchased at a thrift price, a set of four signed studio pieces in this condition typically sells for $15-$30 per plate in vintage boutiques or specialized ceramic…
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