Faux Repair Plates (2000), set of 12, by Ted Muehling, estimated at $4,000–$6,000. From the acclaimed German manufacturer Porzellan Manufaktur Nymphenburg, this set of twelve plates references the Japanese tradition of drawing attention to imperfections. Ted Muehling simulates cracks in the glaze by painting sinuous gold lines onto the surface.  Photo 5 of 10 in Design Guru Murray Moss Launches an Auction With Paddle8

Design Guru Murray Moss Launches an Auction With Paddle8

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Faux Repair Plates (2000), set of 12, by Ted Muehling, estimated at $4,000–$6,000. From the acclaimed German manufacturer Porzellan Manufaktur Nymphenburg, this set of twelve plates references the Japanese tradition of drawing attention to imperfections. Ted Muehling simulates cracks in the glaze by painting sinuous gold lines onto the surface.