Title: Japanese Arita Kakiemon Style Red Ground Gilded Crane Gourd Vase Kiln: Arita Ware (有田焼) Style: Kakiemon Style Artist: Potter with handwritten underglaze blue private mark Origin: Arita, Saga Prefecture, Japan Dimensions: H approx 19.5 cm (7.68 in) × Belly Diameter 8.7 cm (3.43 in) Weight: 333 g Paulownia Box Dimensions: W 14 cm (5.51 in) × H 25 cm (9.84 in) × D 14 cm (5.51 in) Material: High-fired hard porcelain body, red ground glaze, underglaze blue pigment, hand gilded gold detailing Period: Modern ceramic craft (c.1980–1990, Showa to Heisei era) Included: Paulownia storage box, yellow fukusa cloth (袱布) This double-gourd flower vase is handcrafted by a skilled Arita potter in classic Kakiemon style, a refined premium decorative vessel for Japanese tea rooms and home interior display. Arita Ware (有田焼) boasts a 400-year heritage as Japan’s representative painted porcelain craft. Kakiemon red ground combined with underglaze blue and gilded crane motifs is a high-end classic design. The vase features a slender neck paired with a two-section gourd body, segmented by wavy outline panels. Red ground sections are decorated with hand-painted gilded cranes among cloud scrolls, while blue-white panels display scrolling chrysanthemum and floral patterns. Cranes symbolize longevity and good fortune, and the striking red, blue and gold palette perfectly embodies traditional Kakiemon decorative aesthetics. Every detail is entirely handmade: thrown blank, layered red glazing, hand cobalt painting and multi-layer gold gilding, fired at high temperatures repeatedly. The glaze surface is smooth and lustrous, representing exquisite modern Arita ceramic craftsmanship. This exclusive handmade piece bears a unique underglaze blue private artist mark at the base, a personal signature instead of generic mass-produced kiln mark. The full set includes the original paulownia storage box and yellow fukusa cloth. Faint natural oxidation and minor age wear can be seen from long-term storage. The red glaze, blue painted patterns and gold gilding remain fully intact, without chips, cracks or restorations. Overall condition is good. Shipping Notice Due to service adjustments, Taiwan Post EMS will suspend parcel deliveries to the following countries effective March 10, 2026: United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Israel, Pakistan, Maldives, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Azerbaijan, Oman, Kuwait, Jordan, Lebanon, Greece, Egypt, Morocco. Bidders located in the above regions are kindly requested not to place bids. Note: Delivery to Italy takes approximately 6–7 days. Customs or the courier may contact you for customs clearance. Kindly reply promptly, as delays may result in the package being returned. Contacting them directly can help speed up the process: dogane.malpensa.urp@agenziamalpensa.it Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. - The photographs form part of the item description. The colour of the item may be slightly different from the photos due to camera hardware and screen display settings. - The successful bidder will be responsible for any customs duties and taxes (if applicable). - This item will be mailed by the postal service of Taiwan in the form of airmail with insurance attached.