A gold lacquer vase adorned with beautiful flowers. It bears a Kutani 九谷 Kougetsu 孝月 seal on the bottom. The special feature of this vase is that the entire vase is packed with small flowers. There are many Kutani ware vases, but this type of vase is very rare. The flowers depicted are very delicate and colorful. It has a great impact whether you look at it from close up or from a distance. It's very beautiful no matter where you look at it. I'm sure you'll like it. Kutani-yaki 九谷焼： Kutani yaki is one of the pottery-producing regions, a type of Japanese ceramics. Kutani-yaki is produced in Ishikawa Prefecture, with Kutani City being particularly renowned as a major center for its production. Kutani-yaki is said to have been first fired in 1655 in Kutani Village, Echizen County, Kaga Province, during the early Edo period. It was commissioned by Maeda Toshitsugu, the lord of Oyamazaki Castle, to Gotō Saizaburō, a potter in his domain. Kutani-yaki is characterized by its richly colored glazes and bold, vigorous painting, distinguishing it from other overglaze enamel ceramics. Kutani-yaki is a traditional Japanese ceramic ware produced in the Kutani region of Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture. This region is particularly renowned and is one of the "Three Great Kilns of Japan," alongside Iga-yaki and Shino-yaki. Kutani-yaki is known for its beautiful hand-painted designs and distinctive techniques. One prominent feature is the use of vibrant glazes to depict intricate patterns, landscapes, flora, and fauna. Additionally, gold and silver leaf may be applied, adding further elegance to the pottery. The pottery comes in various shapes and serves different purposes, including tea bowls, vases, plates, teacups, and teapots. These ceramic wares are widely appreciated both within Japan and internationally, often chosen as souvenirs or gifts. Kutani-yaki boasts a long history, thriving during the Edo period. Even today, traditional methods are preserved, while contemporary artists continue to incorporate new art and design into their creations. Center Diameter 25.0 cm Top Diameter 13.1 cm Bottom Diameter 12.6 cm Height 24.6 cm Weight 2050 g Condition: Condition is good. There is almost no noticeable damage. Since it is a very old item, there may be dullness in the paint or stains that cannot be removed. Also, the lid of the wooden box is slightly warped. On the other side of the lid of the wooden box is a plate that says ``Retirement Commemoration Gift Tohoku Shipbuilding Labor Union''. It was kept at home. I just cleaned it properly. There are many photos, so please take a look. Atention: The items listed for sale are all used collectibles. Please consider them to have signs of aging, such as stains, scratches, scuffs, tears, discoloration, fading, fraying, and changes in thread color. We will post as many photos as possible to make it easy to understand. As these are old items, we appreciate your understanding before making a purchase. Shipping: The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped from Japan. We will use either DHL or FedEx for a safe and secure transportation. It usually takes about 2-3 weeks for delivery, and the package will be shipped with a tracking number. Import duties, taxes, VAT, and any other charges are not included in the item price and shipping cost. Please check your country's import duties before bidding. 031922460424