Preliminary identification
Photo reference
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Overview
This is an underglaze blue and resist-decorated studio porcelain shallow dish depicting a leaping hare beneath a crescent moon. The interior features poetic calligraphy within a cartouche, while the underside reveals subtle molded relief work and an impressed studio seal under a soft celadon-tinted glaze.
Story
Across East Asia, folklore sees a rabbit pounding the elixir of life on the moon rather than a man's face. This dish captures that timeless celestial legend with airy, modern poetic restraint.
Maker / Origin
The underside bears a faint impressed seal mark under the glaze, typical of individual Japanese studio potters working in traditions such as Arita, Seto, or Kyoto ware. These ceramic artists blend centuries-old folk motifs with contemporary, minimalist studio aesthetics.
Condition & Value
Appears to be in very good vintage condition with no visible chips or hairlines; minor kiln pinholes and glaze inclusions inherent to studio firing. Excellent condition supports top-tier market interest. Valuation reflects Japanese studio ceramic dishes of similar size and theme.
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Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.