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This exceptional antique 19th-century Japanese Sanda Ware figurine dates to the late Edo period and is expertly crafted by the …
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This exceptional antique 19th-century Japanese Sanda Ware figurine dates to the late Edo period and is expertly crafted by the renowned potter Kinkodo Kisuke. The piece depicts a seated wise man or immortal figure adorned in traditional flowing robes and an elaborate, tall official's hat, showcasing the magnificent, glossy olive-green celadon glaze characteristic of authentic Sanda ceramics. The unglazed facial features, hands, and feet display remarkably expressive and finely detailed textures, lending immense character and realism to the subject's serene smile and long beard. As pictured, the hollow-base sculpture is beautifully preserved, featuring faint, age-appropriate crazing under the glaze and stunning incised cloud patterns on the headwear that highlight its meticulous hand-carved artistry.
Size approximations: 9 inches tall x 7 1/4 inches wide x 5 inches deep. Please also see photos for size (note any coin, ruler and/ or pop can used to illustrate size are not included in the sale).
Weight approximation: 2 pounds, 6.6 ounces.
This listing is for an Antique 1800+ Celadon Ceramic Sanda Ware Figurine by Kinkodo Kisuke from the Edo period as pictured. The Edo period, also known as the Tokugawa period, is the period between 1600 or 1603 and 1868 in the history of Japan. The pictures are part of the description, what you see is what you get. Since we are not experts in authenticating this listing by any means, please inspect the pictures and be the judge.
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- Dimensions
- 7.25ʺW × 5ʺD × 9ʺH
- Styles
- Japanese
- Art Subjects
- Figure
- Period
- Mid 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Ceramic
- Condition
- Original Condition Unaltered, Needs Restoration
- Color
- Celadon
- Condition Notes
- Condition: No maker's mark. This Japanese celadon ceramic seated immortal figure is in generally good antique condition with age-appropriate wear … moreCondition: No maker's mark. This Japanese celadon ceramic seated immortal figure is in generally good antique condition with age-appropriate wear and some notable damage. Construction & Condition Notes: *Two-Piece Assembly: This wonderful sculpture features a fascinating traditional construction: the head was modeled as an entirely separate piece with a thick ceramic peg that inserts directly into the collar of the torso, as pictured. *The Neck Seam & Minor Chips: Because the head is a separate piece, there is an inherent manufacturing seam where the unglazed neck clay meets the glazed torso. There are two minor chips/glaze flakes on the back at this joint line, as pictured. This is a surface cosmetic seam from production, not a structural crack. *Beard Repair: There is a clean, stable, old repair to the long beard where it was previously broken and reattached, leaving a visible seam line. Additionally, there is a visible chip and minor loss at the very tip of the beard, alongside some generalized surface dirt and minor scuffing to the unglazed bisque sections of the face. *Right Hand Damage: There is a break on the figure's right hand, where the object he was holding has been broken off and is missing, leaving a rough, exposed unglazed ceramic surface at the wrist, as pictured. The unglazed base shows expected shelf wear, firing imperfections, and minor discoloration consistent with age, but remains structurally sound, as pictured. The light green celadon glaze remains highly glossy with inherent fine crazing throughout the surface, as pictured. In consideration of any purchase it is recommended that the zoom tool be used to thoroughly inspect all the photos. The price heavily reflects these noted damages. Sold as preowned and as pictured. No box. No COA. less
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