Hizen Shishi Suiteki Water Dropper - Porcelain - Japan - Edo Period (1600-1868)

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Japanese Hizen porcelain Suiteki water-dropper for calligraphy, in the form of a mythical Shishi, Edo period (18th century), marked with a red FUKU mark on the base, in fair condition.

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Japanese Hizen porcelain suiteki (water dropper for calligraphy) in the shape of a mythical Shishi (guardian lion).

Age Edo period 18th century.

Marked with a red FUKU mark on the underside.

This object has an ingenious, double-sided design:
Female form: in a calm expression with a closed mouth, symbolizing protection.
Male form (reversed): A fierce look with an open mouth to ward off evil spirits.

Dimensions: 88 x 66 x 25 mm.

The condition is good with no damage.

Japanese Hizen porcelain suiteki (water dropper for calligraphy) in the shape of a mythical Shishi (guardian lion).

Age Edo period 18th century.

Marked with a red FUKU mark on the underside.

This object has an ingenious, double-sided design:
Female form: in a calm expression with a closed mouth, symbolizing protection.
Male form (reversed): A fierce look with an open mouth to ward off evil spirits.

Dimensions: 88 x 66 x 25 mm.

The condition is good with no damage.

Details

Dynastic Style/Period
Edo Period (1600-1868)
Country of Origin
Japan
Attribution
Original
Material
Porcelain
Height
25 mm
Width
88 mm
Title of artwork
Hizen Shishi Suiteki Water Dropper
Depth
66 mm
Condition
Fair condition
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
Sold by
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Objects sold
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