– Created by Japanese ceramic artist Sakamoto Arata (坂本新), featuring a distinctive lustre-glazed surface with remarkable iridescent effects. – A dramatic, flower-like explosion of turquoise, emerald green, violet, blue and golden bronze radiates across the dish, producing an almost oil-slick appearance. – A refined circular form with a gently raised rim, combining traditional Japanese ceramic craftsmanship with an expressive, contemporary aesthetic. Summary: A flower seems to be opening at the centre of this dish, though its petals never quite settle. Turquoise, emerald green, violet, blue and gold emerge from a darker bronze-toned ground. Turn the dish towards the light and the metallic colours change, inviting the eye to follow a different path through the same surface. Sakamoto Arata trained in Seto and has been making ceramics in Kasama, Ibaraki, since 2015. His work brings contemporary experiments in colour and surface to Japanese ceramic craftsmanship. One might imagine him leaving a flower for the light to finish, its appearance changing a little with each encounter. In his published interview, Sakamoto describes three firings for his low-fired lustre work: biscuit firing, a main firing with a transparent glaze, and a final firing after the lustre is brushed on. Surface treatment, firing and reflected light together create the shifting effects that make such ceramics so rewarding to contemplate. Here, the circular silhouette and gently raised rim remain composed and understated. Around the irregular, almost botanical centre, circular bands give structure to the radiating pattern. Feather-like passages of blue and green extend into violet, magenta and warm golden tones, while darker areas lend depth. The effect is almost painterly, with brilliant colour slipping into shadow as the viewing angle changes. At the outer rim, rich bronze and golden reflections mingle with patches of blue, purple and green. Subtle variations in colour and texture suggest movement: the shifting film of oil on water, the iridescence of a butterfly's wing, or light refracted through a mineral surface. These are impressions invited by the glaze, leaving room for the viewer's own discoveries. The balance between a controlled outline and unpredictable colour gives the dish its distinctive presence. Its abstract composition draws attention to light, colour and texture, bringing technical experimentation and artistic restraint together in a simple ceramic form. Against natural timber, stone or other neutral materials, the metallic iridescence offers a striking contrast. In a Japanese-inspired space or a contemporary European interior, its jewel-like surface can introduce colour without overwhelming its surroundings. Appreciated as a decorative ceramic artwork, it rewards the collector who enjoys looking closely. Return to it in another light, and a different relationship between colour and form may emerge. There is always the suggestion that the flower has another way of opening. The surface possesses natural tonal variations and subtle textural irregularities associated with its lustre finish. These variations contribute to the individual visual character of the ceramic. As with any reflective surface, the intensity and arrangement of the colours change according to the direction and quality of the light. A little more of this dish's story awaits its new owner. This listing contains AI Visualisations. Please refer to the original photographs for the actual object condition. Shipping & Handling We ship worldwide via DHL or EMS with full insurance and tracking. Professional packing ensures safe arrival; combined shipping available for multiple wins. Local customs duties are the buyer’s responsibility. Seller Guarantee We specialise in authentic Japanese ceramics and guarantee this piece’s authenticity. Questions welcome – we reply within 24 hours.