This large lidded ceramic vase from Arita, Japan, exemplifies the refined craftsmanship of the Meiji period, dating to the second half of the 19th century. Measuring 32 cm in height and 17 cm at its widest point, the vase is formed from fine, smooth ceramic with a lustrous glaze in a deep, warm brown. Its surface is adorned with hand-painted panels depicting cranes in flight and blooming cherry blossoms, rendered in gold, muted red, and black. The decoration skillfully merges geometric crosshatch motifs with stylized floral rosettes, while the lid is finished with a sculpted finial in the form of a small animal—likely a lion or dog—highlighted in gold. The vessel’s silhouette is balanced, with broad shoulders tapering to a narrower base. The vase is preserved in very good condition, free from cracks or chips, with only minor wear to the gilding, consistent with its age. The vase carries the quiet voice of late 19th-century Japan—a time of transition, when tradition met the new sensibilities of the Meiji era. The flight of cranes and the blossoms of cherry trees unfold across the surface like a visual poem about the rhythm of nature and the passage of the seasons. Each gold detail, delicately applied by hand, speaks to the ceremonial purpose of the object, as if every motif held a story. The smooth, glossy ceramic reflects light with a subtle sheen, while the sculpted finial suggests the watchful presence of a symbolic guardian. Placed atop a low console or within a dark wood display cabinet, the vase can serve as a focal point in a living room interior, accentuating the depth of its brown glaze and gilded highlights. It could be paired with minimalist ceramics or glass objects, creating a contrast between ornate decoration and contemporary simplicity. The piece works equally well in classic interiors
DIMENSION
Height32 cm
Width17 cm
Dimension details
Width17 cm
Height32 cm
Weight1 kg
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