Vase Gourd Shape Seasonal Flowers and Children | Fukuji Kitamura Traditional Craftsperson work [264008]
Vase Gourd Shape Seasonal Flowers and Children | Fukuji Kitamura Traditional Craftsperson work
[264008]
Price: 110,000JPY
Weight: 2000g
Low stock
[size]
Width: 11.5cm / Height: 23cm
Width: 4.5in / Height: 9.1in
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This piece is a creation by Fukuji Kitamura, one of the foremost figures in the world of Arita ware decorative arts.
Mr. Kitamura is a certified traditional overglaze painting artisan who has long embodied both the heritage and innovation of Arita ware. Though now retired from active production, his works continue to fascinate many collectors and admirers. Each piece, shaped by his masterful skill and unique artistic vision, stands as a timeless gem of ceramic beauty.
This particular work is a porcelain vase in the shape of a *hyotan* (gourd), entirely enveloped in intricate *akae* (red overglaze) patterns, with white-reserved "windows" that feature scenes of seasonal flowers and playful children. The design includes motifs such as peonies, morning glories, autumn leaves, and plum blossoms representing spring, summer, autumn, and winter respectively each accompanied by charming depictions of children that together tell a gentle story across the surface. The four scenes circle the vase, allowing the viewer to enjoy the shifting seasons from every angle.
The *hyotan* has long been considered an auspicious symbol in Japan, representing good health and prosperity. This piece, with its elegant proportions (approximately 23 cm in height), vibrant *akae* decoration, and finely detailed painting, is both easy to display and rich in presence making it a popular choice for decorative use or as a meaningful gift.
[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.
Width: 11.5cm / Height: 23cm
Width: 4.5in / Height: 9.1in
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This piece is a creation by Fukuji Kitamura, one of the foremost figures in the world of Arita ware decorative arts.
Mr. Kitamura is a certified traditional overglaze painting artisan who has long embodied both the heritage and innovation of Arita ware. Though now retired from active production, his works continue to fascinate many collectors and admirers. Each piece, shaped by his masterful skill and unique artistic vision, stands as a timeless gem of ceramic beauty.
This particular work is a porcelain vase in the shape of a *hyotan* (gourd), entirely enveloped in intricate *akae* (red overglaze) patterns, with white-reserved "windows" that feature scenes of seasonal flowers and playful children. The design includes motifs such as peonies, morning glories, autumn leaves, and plum blossoms representing spring, summer, autumn, and winter respectively each accompanied by charming depictions of children that together tell a gentle story across the surface. The four scenes circle the vase, allowing the viewer to enjoy the shifting seasons from every angle.
The *hyotan* has long been considered an auspicious symbol in Japan, representing good health and prosperity. This piece, with its elegant proportions (approximately 23 cm in height), vibrant *akae* decoration, and finely detailed painting, is both easy to display and rich in presence making it a popular choice for decorative use or as a meaningful gift.
[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.
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 Porcelain production started in Japan in the 17th century after kaorin stone was discovered in Arita. From the middle 17th century, large amounts of Arita ceramics, which captivated the European royalty and nobility, were exported to Europe, through the Dutch trading post on Dejima Island in Nagasaki. Augustus the Strong, Elector of Saxony, was so fond of Arita ceramics that he ordered porcelain resembling Arita ceramics to be made in his electorate. In Arita, the tradition and techniques of Arita ceramics have been preserved for over 400 years, while young potters and workshops take on the callenge of producing ambitious new works. |
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