No. 100124592

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Arita Ware(有田焼) Suiban vase by Tetsuzan Blue-and-White Landscape Ikebana Water Basin – Oval Shape(No - Ceramic - Tetsuzan - Japan - Heisei period (1989-present)
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€ 30
5 days ago

Arita Ware(有田焼) Suiban vase by Tetsuzan Blue-and-White Landscape Ikebana Water Basin – Oval Shape(No - Ceramic - Tetsuzan - Japan - Heisei period (1989-present)

Arita Ware(有田焼) Suiban vase by Tetsuzan Blue-and-White Landscape Ikebana Water Basin – Oval Shape(No reserve price) ◎ This item will be shipped from Japan. This is a beautiful large Arita ware suiban (water basin), representing one of Japan’s most renowned traditional ceramic arts. Created by Tetsuzan, this oval-shaped basin (also suitable as a flower vessel or bonsai pot) features an elegant blue-and-white sansui (landscape) design, painted directly onto the white porcelain body using cobalt blue (gosu), then glazed and fired. The basin bears the artist’s “Tetsuzan” signature on the base, attesting to its authenticity and craftsmanship. Traditionally, a kenzan (needle holder) is used when arranging flowers in this type of basin. The final image is a composite image for display purposes only; the flowers shown are not included. 【Size】 Height: approx. 8 cm Width: approx. 35 cm Depth: approx. 23 cm Weight: 1,300 g Total weight including box: 2,020 g 【About Arita Ware】 Arita ware is porcelain first produced in Japan in the early 17th century around Arita Town in Saga Prefecture. It is characterized by its translucent white body, indigo-blue sometsuke decoration, and richly colored overglaze enamels in red, green, and yellow. During the Edo period, Arita ware—also known as Imari ware—was widely exported to Europe, where it captivated royalty and aristocracy. Distinct styles such as Kakiemon, Ko-Imari, and Nabeshima were developed, establishing Arita ware as a world-renowned traditional craft. 【Important Information Before Bidding】 This item will be shipped from Japan. Please note that the item price and shipping cost do not include import duties, VAT, or Catawiki fees. Buyers outside Japan are kindly requested to check their local customs regulations or refer to Catawiki’s Help Center under Customs & fees before bidding: https://www.catawiki.com/en/help/buyer-custom-fees/do-i-have-to-pay-import-tax-to-catawiki 【Condition】 The suiban is in excellent and very beautiful condition, but please note that this is a vintage item. The wooden box is not original and is provided for protective purposes only. Please bid with full understanding of these points. 【Shipping】 The item will be carefully packed and shipped from Japan with a tracking number to ensure safe and secure delivery. Shipping costs vary by destination (for example, shipping to France, Italy, or Spain is €48). Please confirm the shipping cost to your country before bidding and bid only if you agree to the total cost.

No. 100124592

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Arita Ware(有田焼) Suiban vase by Tetsuzan Blue-and-White Landscape Ikebana Water Basin – Oval Shape(No - Ceramic - Tetsuzan - Japan - Heisei period (1989-present)

Arita Ware(有田焼) Suiban vase by Tetsuzan Blue-and-White Landscape Ikebana Water Basin – Oval Shape(No - Ceramic - Tetsuzan - Japan - Heisei period (1989-present)

Arita Ware(有田焼) Suiban vase by Tetsuzan Blue-and-White Landscape Ikebana Water Basin – Oval Shape(No reserve price)

◎ This item will be shipped from Japan. This is a beautiful large Arita ware suiban (water basin), representing one of Japan’s most renowned traditional ceramic arts. Created by Tetsuzan, this oval-shaped basin (also suitable as a flower vessel or bonsai pot) features an elegant blue-and-white sansui (landscape) design, painted directly onto the white porcelain body using cobalt blue (gosu), then glazed and fired.

The basin bears the artist’s “Tetsuzan” signature on the base, attesting to its authenticity and craftsmanship.

Traditionally, a kenzan (needle holder) is used when arranging flowers in this type of basin.
The final image is a composite image for display purposes only; the flowers shown are not included.

【Size】
Height: approx. 8 cm
Width: approx. 35 cm
Depth: approx. 23 cm
Weight: 1,300 g
Total weight including box: 2,020 g

【About Arita Ware】
Arita ware is porcelain first produced in Japan in the early 17th century around Arita Town in Saga Prefecture. It is characterized by its translucent white body, indigo-blue sometsuke decoration, and richly colored overglaze enamels in red, green, and yellow.

During the Edo period, Arita ware—also known as Imari ware—was widely exported to Europe, where it captivated royalty and aristocracy. Distinct styles such as Kakiemon, Ko-Imari, and Nabeshima were developed, establishing Arita ware as a world-renowned traditional craft.

【Important Information Before Bidding】
This item will be shipped from Japan.
Please note that the item price and shipping cost do not include import duties, VAT, or Catawiki fees. Buyers outside Japan are kindly requested to check their local customs regulations or refer to Catawiki’s Help Center under Customs & fees before bidding:
https://www.catawiki.com/en/help/buyer-custom-fees/do-i-have-to-pay-import-tax-to-catawiki

【Condition】
The suiban is in excellent and very beautiful condition, but please note that this is a vintage item.
The wooden box is not original and is provided for protective purposes only.
Please bid with full understanding of these points.

【Shipping】
The item will be carefully packed and shipped from Japan with a tracking number to ensure safe and secure delivery.
Shipping costs vary by destination (for example, shipping to France, Italy, or Spain is €48).
Please confirm the shipping cost to your country before bidding and bid only if you agree to the total cost.

Final bid
€ 30
Marion Oliviero
Expert
Estimate  € 180 - € 220

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