Large Kutani Porcelain Vase, 1800s

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Large Kutani Porcelain Vase Meiji Period Late 1800s with a red background and a rich gold decoration of flowers, birds … Read more Large Kutani Porcelain Vase Meiji Period Late 1800s with a red background and a rich gold decoration of flowers, birds and people within reserves.

The Large Kutani Porcelain Vase from the Meiji period is an exceptional example of Japanese art, reflecting the rich ceramic tradition of Kutani, which developed in the 17th century in the city of the same name. This vase, dating back to the late 1800s, stands out for its vibrant red background and its elaborate gold decoration, which features a riot of flowers, birds and scenes of daily life.

The main scene depicts two ladies at play, while another female figure shows a drawing to a seated child, capturing the attention for its liveliness and artistic skill. The complexity of the decoration is such that it is difficult to describe it fully, highlighting the mastery of the craftsmen of the time.

The vase features a cap decorated with a Pho dog, which stands on a rock, a symbol of protection and good luck. It is important to note that there are some restorations on the edge of the cap, as well as small felures, signs of its past that add character and history to the object.

The vase is placed on a finely carved base in red lacquered wood that further enhances its beauty and preciousness. The overall dimensions of the object are significant: the pedestal measures 76.5 cm in height, with a base having a side of 41 x 41 cm, while the vase itself is 61 cm high and has a diameter of 47 cm. The cap, 31.5 cm high and with a diameter of 28.5 cm, completes the set.

Finally, the vase is signed with a gold ideogram on a red background, visible on the lower part, testifying to the authenticity and value of the work. The Meiji period, from 1868 to 1912, is known for its profound cultural and artistic transformations in Japan, making this vase not only a decorative object, but also a piece of history. See less