Vase - Ceramic - Japan - Shinkai Kanzan (新開寛山)
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Item Description
A striking large ceramic flower vase by renowned Kyoto ceramic artist Shinkai Kanzan (1912–2011), one of the leading figures of modern Kyo-yaki (Kyoto ware) during the Showa and Heisei periods.
This elegant vase features a rounded baluster form decorated with vibrant vertical streams of turquoise blue, ivory, amber, brown, and deep black glazes. The richly textured surface displays a beautiful crackled effect beneath the flowing glazes, creating remarkable depth and luminosity. The harmonious combination of bold color and refined craftsmanship exemplifies Kanzan's distinctive artistic style.
The base bears the artist's impressed mark, and the vase is accompanied by its original signed wooden tomobako (storage box) with protective cloth. Both the vase and box are included in this lot.
The vase is in excellent condition, with no chips, cracks, or repairs observed.
A highly decorative work suitable for collectors of modern Japanese studio ceramics, Kyo-yaki, and important post-war Japanese art pottery.
Size
Vase
Height: 22 cm
Width: Approx. 18 cm
With wooden box
Height: 25.7 cm
Width: 21 cm
Weight
Vase: 2,166 g
Including wooden box: 2,970 g
Artist Profile
Shinkai Kanzan (1912–2011) was one of Kyoto's most celebrated ceramic artists and a leading master of modern Kyo-yaki. Born into the distinguished Seifu Yohei pottery lineage, he studied under Kiyomizu Rokubei V and established an exceptional career spanning more than seven decades.
Following his return from Siberian internment after World War II, Kanzan developed an original style that combined traditional Kyoto ceramic techniques with modern artistic expression. His works are admired for their rich textures, expressive glazes, and refined decorative compositions.
Throughout his career he received numerous prestigious honors, including the Minister of Education Award at the Nitten Exhibition, the Japan Art Academy Prize, and the Order of the Rising Sun. His works are held in major museum collections, including the National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto.
## Shipping Information
This item will be shipped via **Japan Post Surface Mail (Sea Freight)**.
**Estimated delivery time:** approximately **2 months**, although delivery times may vary depending on customs clearance and local postal processing.
Please note that it is normal for tracking information to remain unchanged for an extended period while the parcel is traveling by sea. Tracking will usually resume once the shipment arrives in the destination country and has been processed by customs or the local postal service.
Every item is carefully packed with appropriate protective materials to ensure safe international transportation.
### Notice for Customers in Certain EU Countries
Due to **Japan Post's temporary suspension of accepting certain IOSS shipments**, orders meeting **all** of the following conditions will be shipped via **DHL** instead of Japan Post:
* Destination: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Luxembourg, or Portugal
* Declared item value: **under €150**
* The shipment is processed using the **IOSS** system
For DHL shipments, the parcel is first delivered to our forwarding partner in Japan. This transfer usually takes **2–3 business days**.
After the forwarding partner ships the parcel via DHL, the estimated delivery time is approximately **one week**, depending on the destination.
A DHL tracking number will be issued in advance. Please note that tracking information may not be updated until the parcel has been received and processed by our forwarding partner.
As DHL shipping is arranged through our forwarding partner, shipping charges for these destinations are higher than those for Japan Post Surface Mail.
Please check our **Shipping Rates by Country/Region** before placing your order.
Thank you very much for your understanding.
Seller's Story
At Yu Design, we curate not only fine art and traditional crafts, but a wide range of items that reflect the living spirit of Japanese culture.
From tea ceremony utensils and cast iron works to ceramics, dolls and vintage toys, each piece is carefully selected as a fragment of Japan’s diverse cultural landscape.
Yu Design is not just about selling objects.
It is about sharing the stories, history, and cultural background behind them — introducing Japan itself to the world.
Yu Design is owned and curated by Yuki Kuwahara, based in Japan.
She also runs a YouTube channel introducing Japanese history, with a particular focus on figures from the late Edo and early Meiji periods, reflecting her deep interest in Japan’s cultural and historical heritage.
All items are carefully inspected and securely shipped worldwide via Japan Post EMS.
Clear communication and professional packaging are always a priority.
Item Description
A striking large ceramic flower vase by renowned Kyoto ceramic artist Shinkai Kanzan (1912–2011), one of the leading figures of modern Kyo-yaki (Kyoto ware) during the Showa and Heisei periods.
This elegant vase features a rounded baluster form decorated with vibrant vertical streams of turquoise blue, ivory, amber, brown, and deep black glazes. The richly textured surface displays a beautiful crackled effect beneath the flowing glazes, creating remarkable depth and luminosity. The harmonious combination of bold color and refined craftsmanship exemplifies Kanzan's distinctive artistic style.
The base bears the artist's impressed mark, and the vase is accompanied by its original signed wooden tomobako (storage box) with protective cloth. Both the vase and box are included in this lot.
The vase is in excellent condition, with no chips, cracks, or repairs observed.
A highly decorative work suitable for collectors of modern Japanese studio ceramics, Kyo-yaki, and important post-war Japanese art pottery.
Size
Vase
Height: 22 cm
Width: Approx. 18 cm
With wooden box
Height: 25.7 cm
Width: 21 cm
Weight
Vase: 2,166 g
Including wooden box: 2,970 g
Artist Profile
Shinkai Kanzan (1912–2011) was one of Kyoto's most celebrated ceramic artists and a leading master of modern Kyo-yaki. Born into the distinguished Seifu Yohei pottery lineage, he studied under Kiyomizu Rokubei V and established an exceptional career spanning more than seven decades.
Following his return from Siberian internment after World War II, Kanzan developed an original style that combined traditional Kyoto ceramic techniques with modern artistic expression. His works are admired for their rich textures, expressive glazes, and refined decorative compositions.
Throughout his career he received numerous prestigious honors, including the Minister of Education Award at the Nitten Exhibition, the Japan Art Academy Prize, and the Order of the Rising Sun. His works are held in major museum collections, including the National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto.
## Shipping Information
This item will be shipped via **Japan Post Surface Mail (Sea Freight)**.
**Estimated delivery time:** approximately **2 months**, although delivery times may vary depending on customs clearance and local postal processing.
Please note that it is normal for tracking information to remain unchanged for an extended period while the parcel is traveling by sea. Tracking will usually resume once the shipment arrives in the destination country and has been processed by customs or the local postal service.
Every item is carefully packed with appropriate protective materials to ensure safe international transportation.
### Notice for Customers in Certain EU Countries
Due to **Japan Post's temporary suspension of accepting certain IOSS shipments**, orders meeting **all** of the following conditions will be shipped via **DHL** instead of Japan Post:
* Destination: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Luxembourg, or Portugal
* Declared item value: **under €150**
* The shipment is processed using the **IOSS** system
For DHL shipments, the parcel is first delivered to our forwarding partner in Japan. This transfer usually takes **2–3 business days**.
After the forwarding partner ships the parcel via DHL, the estimated delivery time is approximately **one week**, depending on the destination.
A DHL tracking number will be issued in advance. Please note that tracking information may not be updated until the parcel has been received and processed by our forwarding partner.
As DHL shipping is arranged through our forwarding partner, shipping charges for these destinations are higher than those for Japan Post Surface Mail.
Please check our **Shipping Rates by Country/Region** before placing your order.
Thank you very much for your understanding.
Seller's Story
At Yu Design, we curate not only fine art and traditional crafts, but a wide range of items that reflect the living spirit of Japanese culture.
From tea ceremony utensils and cast iron works to ceramics, dolls and vintage toys, each piece is carefully selected as a fragment of Japan’s diverse cultural landscape.
Yu Design is not just about selling objects.
It is about sharing the stories, history, and cultural background behind them — introducing Japan itself to the world.
Yu Design is owned and curated by Yuki Kuwahara, based in Japan.
She also runs a YouTube channel introducing Japanese history, with a particular focus on figures from the late Edo and early Meiji periods, reflecting her deep interest in Japan’s cultural and historical heritage.
All items are carefully inspected and securely shipped worldwide via Japan Post EMS.
Clear communication and professional packaging are always a priority.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
2166 g
Specific region of origin
Kyoto
Title additional information
Shinkai Kanzan (新開寛山)
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Japan
Designer/artist/maker
Shinkai Kanzan (新開寛山)
Material
Ceramic
Style
Modern
Manufacturer/brand
Kyo-yaki(京焼)
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
22 cm
Width
18 cm
Depth
18 cm
Diameter
18 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
