Somenishiki Chrysanthemum Small Vase by Kinsai Fujii [217103]

[size]
Width: 17 cm / Height: 14.5 cm
Width: 6.7 in / Height: 5.7 in

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This is a work by Kinsai Fujii, one of the leading artists in the world of Arita ware. Set against a vivid blue-green background, this Somenishiki vase is richly decorated with colorful chrysanthemums and leaves covering the entire surface. Yellow and purple chrysanthemum blossoms emerge from between leaves painted in deep indigo blue, creating a composition filled with rich color and visual depth. The softly rounded form of the vase harmonizes beautifully with the dense floral decoration that spreads across its surface. With the pattern continuing around the vessel, the piece reveals a vibrant and elegant scene from every viewing angle.

The piece combines two traditional Arita ware painting techniques: "Sometsuke" underglaze painting and "Nishiki" overglaze enameling. This combination of techniques is known as "Somenishiki." Sometsuke is a technique in which designs are painted directly onto the bisque-fired porcelain body before glazing. Nishiki, by contrast, is an overglaze technique in which vivid colors such as red, yellow, green, and purple are added after the porcelain has been glazed and fired. Each technique presents its own challenges, and combining the two requires an exceptionally high level of technical skill, as well as a sophisticated sense of composition to bring the entire design together.

At 14.5 cm in height, this is a compact vase that is also well suited as a special gift. Despite its small size, it brings together the finest techniques of wheel throwing, intricate painting, and firing.

Rich in color and detail, this exceptional piece is a beautiful example of Kinsai Fujii's artistry and the decorative traditions of Arita ware.


[Potter Profile]
Kinsai Fujii

Kinsai Fujii's works are characterized by their luxurious f inish us ing the overglaze enamel (nishiki) technique. He utilize metallic hues such as gold and plat inum, as well as traditional Arita nishiki colors like red, green, and purple, showcas ing strong individuality in their creations

Kinsai Fujii's career is as follows :

Born in 1976 in Arita, Saga Prefecture, Japan.
Entered the wheel-throw ing department at Saga Prefectural Arita Ceramic Technical School in 1991.
Studied under Liv ing National Treasures Manji inoue and Shigemasu Kajiwara in 1991.
Held the "Kinsai Fujii Exhibition" at Fukuoka Prefectural Museum of Art and Hita City Museum of Art in 2003.
Held the "Kinsai Fujii Exhibition" at Ehime Prefectural Museum of Art Branch in 2004.
Held numerous solo exhibitions at department stores and other venues nationwide s ince 1999.


[Ma in Awards]

Nagasaki Ceramics Exhibition, Asahi Shimbun Award
Kyushu-Yamaguchi Ceramics Exhibition, Selected
Workers' Art Exhibition, M inister of Labor Award
Asahi Ceramics Exhibition, Selected
Governor's Rotation, Saga Prefectural Governor's Award
Asia Craft Exhibition, Selected
And many others

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