Mingei | Plate with Hand-Carved Radiating Pattern
This handcrafted ceramic plate, titled Mingei, is a striking piece rooted in the timeless pottery traditions of Onta village on the Japanese island of Kyushu. Onta is a community of craftspeople where the spirit of collaboration and reverence for natural materials shapes every piece. Potters here work together using traditional techniques passed down since the 15th century, when Korean artisans introduced kiln design innovations and ash-glazing methods to the region.
Designated an Intangible Cultural Property of Japan, Onta pottery embodies the enduring beauty of heritage craft. The Mingei plate is a tribute to the Mingei movement of the 1920s—championed by philosopher Soetsu Yanagi—which honored the everyday object. Rather than chasing prestige or perfection, the Mingei ethos finds value in the simple, humble, and useful.
This particular plate features a hand-carved radiating pattern that feels at once energetic and serene. A rich green glaze pools and stretches across the ridges, giving depth to its visual rhythm and echoing natural growth patterns. From the carved foot to the subtly flared rim, every detail speaks to its human touch.
Use this piece to serve meals, hold fruit, or anchor a quiet moment on your table. Its weight and form make it equally satisfying to use or display. Like all Onta ceramics, it is made from local clay and wood-fired for variation and warmth that no two pieces share exactly.
This handcrafted ceramic plate, titled Mingei, is a striking piece rooted in the timeless pottery traditions of Onta village on the Japanese island of Kyushu. Onta is a community of craftspeople where the spirit of collaboration and reverence for natural materials shapes every piece. Potters here work together using traditional techniques passed down since the 15th century, when Korean artisans introduced kiln design innovations and ash-glazing methods to the region.
Designated an Intangible Cultural Property of Japan, Onta pottery embodies the enduring beauty of heritage craft. The Mingei plate is a tribute to the Mingei movement of the 1920s—championed by philosopher Soetsu Yanagi—which honored the everyday object. Rather than chasing prestige or perfection, the Mingei ethos finds value in the simple, humble, and useful.
This particular plate features a hand-carved radiating pattern that feels at once energetic and serene. A rich green glaze pools and stretches across the ridges, giving depth to its visual rhythm and echoing natural growth patterns. From the carved foot to the subtly flared rim, every detail speaks to its human touch.
Use this piece to serve meals, hold fruit, or anchor a quiet moment on your table. Its weight and form make it equally satisfying to use or display. Like all Onta ceramics, it is made from local clay and wood-fired for variation and warmth that no two pieces share exactly.
This handcrafted ceramic plate, titled Mingei, is a striking piece rooted in the timeless pottery traditions of Onta village on the Japanese island of Kyushu. Onta is a community of craftspeople where the spirit of collaboration and reverence for natural materials shapes every piece. Potters here work together using traditional techniques passed down since the 15th century, when Korean artisans introduced kiln design innovations and ash-glazing methods to the region.
Designated an Intangible Cultural Property of Japan, Onta pottery embodies the enduring beauty of heritage craft. The Mingei plate is a tribute to the Mingei movement of the 1920s—championed by philosopher Soetsu Yanagi—which honored the everyday object. Rather than chasing prestige or perfection, the Mingei ethos finds value in the simple, humble, and useful.
This particular plate features a hand-carved radiating pattern that feels at once energetic and serene. A rich green glaze pools and stretches across the ridges, giving depth to its visual rhythm and echoing natural growth patterns. From the carved foot to the subtly flared rim, every detail speaks to its human touch.
Use this piece to serve meals, hold fruit, or anchor a quiet moment on your table. Its weight and form make it equally satisfying to use or display. Like all Onta ceramics, it is made from local clay and wood-fired for variation and warmth that no two pieces share exactly.
Origin: Japan
Material: Natural Clay
Condition: New
Dimension: D 21 x H 6 cm
Care: Rinse gently with water. Avoid harsh soaps to maintain the clay’s natural finish and glaze integrity.