Vase - Ceramic - Japan - cucumber glazeCeramic Jar

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Marion Oliviero
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Holds a master's in Chinese archaeology with extensive expertise in Japanese art.

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Description from the seller

This traditional Japanese ceramic jar features the distinctive Namako glaze (sea cucumber glaze), known for its rich deep blue tone accented with lighter dotted patterns. The glaze creates a beautiful textured surface that resembles the appearance of sea cucumber skin, a decorative technique widely appreciated in Japanese pottery.

The jar has a simple yet elegant form, highlighting the aesthetic balance between shape and glaze. Namako glaze has long been used in traditional Japanese ceramics, particularly during the late Edo to early Showa periods, and is valued for its unique visual depth and craftsmanship.

With its refined appearance and classic glaze style, this piece serves both as a decorative object and as an example of traditional Japanese ceramic artistry.

This traditional Japanese ceramic jar features the distinctive Namako glaze (sea cucumber glaze), known for its rich deep blue tone accented with lighter dotted patterns. The glaze creates a beautiful textured surface that resembles the appearance of sea cucumber skin, a decorative technique widely appreciated in Japanese pottery.

The jar has a simple yet elegant form, highlighting the aesthetic balance between shape and glaze. Namako glaze has long been used in traditional Japanese ceramics, particularly during the late Edo to early Showa periods, and is valued for its unique visual depth and craftsmanship.

With its refined appearance and classic glaze style, this piece serves both as a decorative object and as an example of traditional Japanese ceramic artistry.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
2.8 kg
Title additional information
cucumber glazeCeramic Jar
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Japan
Model
Sea cucumber glaze
Material
Ceramic
Style
Vintage
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
23 cm
Width
30 cm
Depth
30 cm
Diameter
30 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950
Sold by
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Objects sold
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