Japanese Kutani Vase
$45.00
A Small Japanese Kutani vase with floral & bird decoration. Gold trim to the top and base.
Origin: Japan.
Period: Late Meiji Period – Mid 20th century.
Condition: No chips or cracks, Condition as shown in the pics.
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| Approximate Dimensions (cm) | H 13 |
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Description
Description
A Small Japanese Kutani vase with floral & bird decoration. Gold trim to the top and base.
A hand‑painted Kutani porcelain vase decorated with traditional floral and bird motifs, a hallmark of the Kutani kilns of Ishikawa Prefecture. Kutani ware is known for its bold overglaze enamels, especially deep reds, greens, yellows, and purples applied over a clear porcelain body. The combination of flowers and birds is a classic Kutani theme, symbolising harmony with nature and seasonal beauty.
Vases of this type are typically decorated in overglaze enamels using fine brushwork, often with layered colours that give the design depth and movement. The bird motif — whether sparrow, pheasant, or songbird — is commonly paired with blossoms such as peony, chrysanthemum, or plum, each carrying its own cultural meaning in Japanese art.
This piece reflects the long Kutani tradition of richly coloured, expressive decoration and makes an attractive example of modern Japanese studio porcelain inspired by earlier Meiji‑era aesthetics.
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