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Fine Japanese Enameled Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan Meiji Period

Creator: Kinkozan
Offered by: Tishu

Description
A ceramic satsuma ware vase with very fine surface decoration made by Kinkozan circa 1880-1900s of late Meiji Period. The vase is of an elegant and relatively rare form with a trumpet shape body and the so-called garlic neck and opening. The surface is exquisitely decorated in a floral scheme with gilt and a light jewel-tone enamel. The top part showcases large bundles of wisteria blossom in white and purple, cascading down from a gilt wood trellis toward the base, where blooming Japanese Irises circumvent. The composition of the two floral motifs appear still-life with a graphic impression, but they also display a strange dynamic as if they were swaying in the wind and trying to reach each other. The empty space is delicately dotted with tiny gold specks. The color choice of the enamel used on this vase was particular in a light and delicate jewel-tone, rendering this piece a dreamy appearance. The garlic-neck mouth was superfluously decorated with tight gilt patterns of leaves, chrysanthemum, vine scrolls and geometrical lines on an orange-red background. A similar band of scrolling vines circumvent the base. There is an overall wonderful fine glaze crackles on the vase, making it ever more so visually arresting.
The vase was marked with a gilt square seal on the base "Made by Kinkozan".

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	Japan
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	ceramic glaze enamel
Condition:	Good. Fine condition with minimal surface and shelf wear. A tiny black mark on the base rim that seems to be as made. Examined under UV.
Creation Date:	1880-1900s
Styles / Movements:	Baroque, Asian, Traditional
Patterns:	Asian/Oriental, Florals/Botanical, Handmade
Incollect Reference #:	776080

Dimensions

H.	7 in;	Diam.	3.5 in;
H.	17.78 cm;	Diam.	8.89 cm;

Message from Seller:

Tishu, based in Atlanta, GA, offers a diverse collection ranging from Neolithic art to 20th-century collectibles, with a focus on Mid-century design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian textiles, and Contemporary Aboriginal art. Driven by a passion for timeless beauty, the gallery is open by appointment only and offers works that span 5,000 years of history. Reach them at 305-400-0561 or tishu@tishugallery.com.