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

[size]
Width: 19.5cm / Height: 34cm
Width: 7.7in / Height: 13.4in

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A Masterwork by Fukuji Kitamura ? A Leading Figure in the Art of Arita Ware

This remarkable flower vase is the work of Fukuji Kitamura, a master of overglaze painting and a designated Traditional Craftsman who has long embodied the tradition and innovation of Arita ware. Though now retired due to age, his works continue to captivate viewers with their timeless beauty and artistic excellence.
Each piece reflects his expert technique and distinct artistic vision?truly crystallizations of beauty that transcend time.

Rendered in a refreshing blue-green hue, this large vase is adorned with a dense motif of kiri (paulownia) leaves. Standing 34 cm tall, the form features a generous rounded body paired with a delicately tapered neck, creating a graceful contrast and lending an air of refined presence to any space.
The paulownia, a traditional symbol of nobility and prosperity, is meticulously painted down to the veins of each leaf, showcasing the height of traditional decorative technique.
With its serene color palette and dignified design, this piece blends harmoniously into modern interiors while carrying the quiet elegance of Japanese aesthetics.


[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

Known for his representative masterpiece series: T?kaid? Goj?santsugi (The 53 Stations of the T?kaid?)