Vase - Porcelain - Japan
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Monumental Arita porcelain overglaze-decorated urn vase signed Imari 伊万里 from Japan, 38 cm high with a 33 cm diameter, weighing 4.854 kg, in excellent condition with no chips, cracks or restorations, featuring a Imari-style garden of peonies and blue-eyed migratory birds, with cobalt underglaze, iron red and fine gold highlights, and the red atelier seal Hizen Manri.
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Monumental Arita porcelain vase with lid – Signed Imari 伊万里 – Japan – 38 cm – 4.8 kg
Magnificent Presentation
We have the privilege to offer for sale this exceptional lidded vase in Japanese porcelain, a monumental-form piece from the famous Arita kilns. With an imposing height of 38 cm and a substantial weight of nearly 5 kg, this object is not a simple decoration but a true gallery piece embodying the prestige of Shōwa-era craftsmanship.
The Decoration: An Allegory of Prosperity
The decoration showcases the richness of the Imari style with remarkable execution density. The artist has composed an imperial garden where royal peonies (symbol of wealth) bloom alongside migratory birds finely detailed with blue eyes.
The color palette is a classic IMARI symphony:
- Cobalt blue under a deep glaze.
- Vibrant iron red.
- Fine gold applied as highlights to emphasize the cartouches and floral motifs.
Collection Signature: "Hizen Manri"
The base of the vase proudly bears the red seal mark (Tensho): 肥前萬里 (Hizen Manri).
Hizen: The historic province, sacred cradle of Japanese porcelain.
Manri: The workshop renowned for prestige pieces, blending tradition and technical excellence.
Condition:
This piece is in excellent condition. It is extremely rare to encounter a piece of this scale with such integrity:
No chips, no cracks, no restorations.
The original lid fits perfectly.
The gilding shows remarkable freshness for its age.
Technical Data:
Origin: Japan (Arita).
Period: Shōwa era (mid-20th century).
Dimensions: Height 38 cm | Width 33 cm.
Net weight: 4.854 kg (exceptional density).
Material: Hard porcelain, polychrome enamels and fine gold.
Signature: Red workshop seal "Hizen Manri".
Monumental Arita porcelain vase with lid – Signed Imari 伊万里 – Japan – 38 cm – 4.8 kg
Magnificent Presentation
We have the privilege to offer for sale this exceptional lidded vase in Japanese porcelain, a monumental-form piece from the famous Arita kilns. With an imposing height of 38 cm and a substantial weight of nearly 5 kg, this object is not a simple decoration but a true gallery piece embodying the prestige of Shōwa-era craftsmanship.
The Decoration: An Allegory of Prosperity
The decoration showcases the richness of the Imari style with remarkable execution density. The artist has composed an imperial garden where royal peonies (symbol of wealth) bloom alongside migratory birds finely detailed with blue eyes.
The color palette is a classic IMARI symphony:
- Cobalt blue under a deep glaze.
- Vibrant iron red.
- Fine gold applied as highlights to emphasize the cartouches and floral motifs.
Collection Signature: "Hizen Manri"
The base of the vase proudly bears the red seal mark (Tensho): 肥前萬里 (Hizen Manri).
Hizen: The historic province, sacred cradle of Japanese porcelain.
Manri: The workshop renowned for prestige pieces, blending tradition and technical excellence.
Condition:
This piece is in excellent condition. It is extremely rare to encounter a piece of this scale with such integrity:
No chips, no cracks, no restorations.
The original lid fits perfectly.
The gilding shows remarkable freshness for its age.
Technical Data:
Origin: Japan (Arita).
Period: Shōwa era (mid-20th century).
Dimensions: Height 38 cm | Width 33 cm.
Net weight: 4.854 kg (exceptional density).
Material: Hard porcelain, polychrome enamels and fine gold.
Signature: Red workshop seal "Hizen Manri".
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
4.85 kg
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Japan
Designer/artist/maker
Imari 伊万里
Material
Porcelain
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
38 cm
Width
33 cm
Depth
33 cm
Decor
Imari
Diameter
33 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
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