Item Description: This is a striking contemporary Japanese ceramic platter featuring dramatic coral-inspired sculptural decorations. Created by ceramic artist Nakamura Mayumi (中村真由美 Nakamura Mayumi, born 1976), this piece exemplifies the intersection of traditional Japanese ceramics and contemporary artistic expression. The platter showcases an organic white glazed body adorned with vibrant red coral-like sculptural elements that rise dramatically from the rim. These three-dimensional coral formations are enhanced with lustrous gold accents, creating a stunning visual contrast against the pristine white base. The surface features delicate splattered patterns in pink and gold, evoking the natural beauty of ocean spray and marine environments. Nakamura's work is characterized by its bold reinterpretation of natural forms, particularly marine life and coral structures. This piece demonstrates her mastery of ceramic sculpture, where functional pottery transcends into art object territory. The coral decorations are meticulously hand-formed and applied, with each piece unique in its organic flowing forms that seem to capture the movement of living coral swaying in ocean currents. The platter bears the artist's signature on the reverse, along with traces of the creative process visible in the glaze variations and gold leaf application. Born in Miyazaki Prefecture and trained at Joshibi University of Art and Design, Nakamura brings a contemporary sensibility to her ceramic works while respecting traditional Japanese craftsmanship. This piece functions both as a dramatic serving platter and as a standalone decorative art object. The combination of pristine white porcelain, vivid coral-red glazes, and shimmering gold accents creates a piece that commands attention and serves as a centerpiece in any setting. The work has been exhibited in prestigious venues and represents the artist's ongoing exploration of natural themes translated through ceramic art. Size Height: 6 cm Width: 25 cm Depth: 13 cm Weight: 611 g Condition The platter is in good condition with intentional artistic variations in the glaze and gold application as part of the artist's creative process. Artist Profile Nakamura Mayumi (中村真由美 Nakamura Mayumi, born 1976) is a contemporary Japanese ceramic artist based in Japan. Born in Miyazaki Prefecture, she graduated from Joshibi University of Art and Design (女子美術大学) in 2000, majoring in Design and Formative Planning. Nakamura is known for her bold, sculptural approach to ceramics that transforms functional vessels into striking art objects. Her work is characterized by dramatic three-dimensional decorations inspired by marine life, particularly coral forms. She combines traditional Japanese ceramic techniques with contemporary artistic sensibilities, often featuring vivid colors such as coral reds and whites, accented with precious metal leaf. Nakamura has exhibited extensively throughout Japan, including solo exhibitions at prestigious venues such as JR Nagoya Takashimaya. The artist creates ceramic paintings, three-dimensional objects, and functional vessels, all unified by her exploration of natural energy and organic forms. Her pieces represent a new generation of Japanese ceramicists who embrace sculptural experimentation while maintaining connections to traditional craftsmanship. NOITICE: The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx depend on the situation. It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping. I appreciate your cooperation.