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An Antique Japanese Kyoto Ware Vase Attributed to Ninsei

Creator: Ninsei (Attributed)
Offered by: Tishu

Description
An elegant vase made in Kyoto, Japan circa 19th century. With a graceful elongated Mei-Ping form, it was likely used as a flower holder during the tea ceremony. The stoneware body has an incised and raised design of Irises in an over glazed indigo blue, an subject matter and composition found in the contemporary paintings and screens, cherished by the literati of the Kyoto society.
The vase has a white glazed background sprinkled with dust for a rustic effect. The blue glaze displays some burst of bubbles upon close inspection, suggesting its age. Under the base, there is a small impressed mark of Ninsei (born Nonomura Seisuke) a famous potter from the 17th century, who was considered the founder the Kyoto ware. We don't think that the vase is dated to the 17th century or by his hand, but it is possible that it was made in the descended kiln of his studio and marked as a tribute to the master. We conservatively date the piece to the 19th century (end of Edo period).

More Information

Notes:	signed
Origin:	United States
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	ceramic
Condition:	Excellent. minor wear, mostly on the base
Creation Date:	19th century
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	282972

Dimensions

H.	10.25 in;	Diam.	3 in;
H.	26.04 cm;	Diam.	7.62 cm;

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