Vase Green Paulownia leaves | Fukuji Kitamura Traditional Craftsperson work [264006]

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Width: 19.5cm / Height: 34cm
Width: 7.7in / Height: 13.4in

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This piece is by Fukuji Kitamura, a distinguished master in the field of Arita ware artistry.

Mr. Kitamura is a certified Traditional Craftsman specializing in overglaze painting, who has embodied the tradition and innovation of Arita ware over many decades. Though now retired from active work in his 90s, his creations continue to captivate admirers with their enduring beauty. His distinctive style?born of expert craftsmanship and a refined artistic sensibility?truly represents a timeless crystallization of Japanese ceramic art.

This large floral vase, standing 34 cm tall, features an intricate design of *paulownia leaves* meticulously painted in a refreshing blue-green hue. The elegant contrast between the wide, rounded body and the slender, tapered neck gives the piece a stately presence that enhances any space it occupies.

In Japanese tradition, the paulownia is a classical auspicious motif symbolizing nobility and prosperity. The painting, down to the fine details of each leaf vein, showcases the height of traditional brushwork techniques. With its sense of refreshing clarity and refined elegance, this piece harmonizes beautifully with modern interiors.


[Potter Profile]
Fukuji Kitamura
Designated Traditional Craftsman

A recognized master of overglaze painting in porcelain
Now retired at over 90 years old; resides in Arita, Saga Prefecture

An overglaze painter is the one who brings life to the pristine white surface of porcelain.
Using a single brush, the artisan breathes color into the vessel, transforming it from mere pottery into a vivid, living work of art. With intricate composition, unwavering brushstrokes, and a sensitivity embedded in each hue, Kitamura’s artistry elevates porcelain to the realm of fine art.
His mastery shines through in every piece and leaves a lasting impression across time.


Born in Arita, Saga Prefecture in 1932
Entered the field of ceramics after World War II
Founded the Kitamura Overglaze Studio at the age of 30
Certified as a Traditional Craftsman of Arita Ware in 1990
Appointed Chairman of the Saga Prefecture Overglaze Painting Cooperative in 1991
Held solo exhibitions in Ginza (Tokyo) and throughout Fukuoka Prefecture from the 1990s onward

Among his most representative works is the grand series of decorative plates themed on the "Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido," consisting of a total of 55 pieces.