Ovoid vase with geometrix design - Iron (cast), Nanbu Ironware - ‘Iwachu’ 鋳岩 - Japan - Around 1974, Shôwa period
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An original, official Nanbu ironware ovoid vase by Iwachu, featuring geometric decoration, signed and dated November 1974 in the Shôwa period, measuring 30.5 cm high with a 26.5 cm diameter and weighing 5.2 kg, complete with an inscribed wooden tomobako.
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A nice large iron vase with geometric decoration.
The vase is of ovoid form, supported on a slightly recessed foot and rising to a waisted neck with a flat rim. The broad shoulder is encircled by a band of geometric motifs set between incised lines. The surface displays a copper-toned patina, overlaid with a soft, translucent greyish finish.
Two embossed seals along the foot: ‘Nanbu Ironware’ 南部鉄器 (Nanbu Tekki), and ‘Iwachu’ 鋳岩.
Complete with an inscribed wooden tomobako 共箱 (storage box). The lid bears a commemorative inscription indicating a corporate presentation: “Congratulations on your appointment as president,” issued by the Sharp Corporation Public Relations Department, dated “an auspicious day in November 1974.”
Period: Japan – Shôwa period, dated November 1974
Dimensions:
Height 30.5 cm, Diameter 26.5 cm
Weight 5.2 kg
In excellent condition, with minimal wear. Please refer to the photographs for a clear condition reference.
Seller's Story
Since 1996, Japanese Antique Store has been importing Japanese antiques directly from Japan.
We travel several times a year through Japan and visit auctions, shows, dealers, and collectors.
Besides our physical store in Amsterdam, we are also active on Catawiki. We specialize in Samoeraipantser (Yoroi) and objects, lacquerware, screens, paintings, Buddhist images, and many more Japanese artifacts!
Translated by Google TranslateA nice large iron vase with geometric decoration.
The vase is of ovoid form, supported on a slightly recessed foot and rising to a waisted neck with a flat rim. The broad shoulder is encircled by a band of geometric motifs set between incised lines. The surface displays a copper-toned patina, overlaid with a soft, translucent greyish finish.
Two embossed seals along the foot: ‘Nanbu Ironware’ 南部鉄器 (Nanbu Tekki), and ‘Iwachu’ 鋳岩.
Complete with an inscribed wooden tomobako 共箱 (storage box). The lid bears a commemorative inscription indicating a corporate presentation: “Congratulations on your appointment as president,” issued by the Sharp Corporation Public Relations Department, dated “an auspicious day in November 1974.”
Period: Japan – Shôwa period, dated November 1974
Dimensions:
Height 30.5 cm, Diameter 26.5 cm
Weight 5.2 kg
In excellent condition, with minimal wear. Please refer to the photographs for a clear condition reference.
Seller's Story
Since 1996, Japanese Antique Store has been importing Japanese antiques directly from Japan.
We travel several times a year through Japan and visit auctions, shows, dealers, and collectors.
Besides our physical store in Amsterdam, we are also active on Catawiki. We specialize in Samoeraipantser (Yoroi) and objects, lacquerware, screens, paintings, Buddhist images, and many more Japanese artifacts!
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Dynastic Style/Period
Around 1974, Shôwa period
Number of objects
1
Artist
‘Iwachu’ 鋳岩
Country of Origin
Japan
Attribution
Signed
Material
Nanbu Ironware, Iron (cast)
Height
30.5 cm
Width
26.5 cm
Title of artwork
Ovoid vase with geometrix design
Depth
26.5 cm
Condition
Excellent condition
Authenticity
Original/official
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