23120 Living National Treasure 14th Generation Sakaida Kakiemon (Muddy Peony and Chrysanthemum Design Plate)

Height 6.2cm Diameter 48.0cm

He has inherited the traditional Kakiemon style into the modern era, and has further evolved the muddy style established by his predecessor to produce wonderful works with outstanding depiction and high sense. This is a work by the 14th generation Sakaida Kakiemon himself, a leading figure who has made great achievements, including being recognized as a Living National Treasure for Arita ware colored porcelain. The "Peony and Chrysanthemum Design" is one of his most popular subjects, and is painted with light, flowing brushstrokes and a clean, unobtrusive color scheme on a milky white muddy base, creating a bright and beautiful expression. It is a masterpiece that is particular about the shape, with vivid, realistic painting, densely drawn but also beautiful white space. The 14th generation's works, which carry the 400-year history of Arita, continue to receive increasing praise and will continue to attract a lot of attention in the future.