Mid-Century Japanese Ceramic Divided Tray With Gilt Koi and Shell Motif

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This striking mid-century ceramic divided tray from Japan captures a playful yet elegant coastal spirit with its iridescent blue glaze … Read more This striking mid-century ceramic divided tray from Japan captures a playful yet elegant coastal spirit with its iridescent blue glaze and metallic copper accents. Each of the four compartments features a stylized gilt koi with expressive, flowing fins, arranged in a balanced radial pattern around a raised shell form at center—both sculptural and functional. The lustrous surface shows areas of intentional crackle and oxidation in the glaze, typical of Japanese lusterware from the 1950s–60s. The underside is marked simply “JAPAN,” a nod to its export-era origin. Ideal as a functional serving dish or statement decor, this piece offers an uncommon blend of kitsch and artistry in a collectible format. See less