Large Vase Green Paulownia leaves | Fukuji Kitamura Traditional Craftsperson work [264005]

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Width: 21.5cm / Height: 37cm
Width: 8.5in / Height: 14.6in

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A Masterwork by Fukuji Kitamura, a Leading Artisan in the Art of Arita Ware

This exceptional porcelain jar is the work of Fukuji Kitamura, a highly respected master of overglaze painting and a designated Traditional Craftsman who has long embodied both the tradition and innovation of Arita ware. Though now retired due to age, Kitamura’s body of work continues to captivate audiences with its timeless beauty and technical brilliance.
Each of his pieces, born of refined craftsmanship and unique artistic sensibility, stands as a lasting crystallization of beauty beyond its era.

This large porcelain jar is strikingly adorned with a dense pattern of paulownia leaves (kiri), rendered in refreshing green overglaze. Measuring approximately 37 cm in height and 21.5 cm in diameter, the jar’s stately form is beautifully balanced by a slender, gracefully elongated neck that lends it an air of quiet elegance.
The paulownia, a traditional symbol of good fortune, is drawn with exquisite detail down to the fine veins of each leaf, showcasing the artist’s meticulous brushwork.
The motif, which seems to envelop the entire vessel, evokes both the vitality of nature and a serene aesthetic.

Whether displayed as a statement interior piece or offered as a distinguished gift, this jar elevates any space. Its dignified presence harmonizes effortlessly with both modern and traditional settings.


[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?)