花瓶 - Copper - Japan - ハンシド モットルド・パティーナ - 原惣右衛門工房（青雲） (No reserve price)
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Item Description
A *han-shidō* (mottled purple copper) vase by the Hara Sōuemon workshop (the hereditary art name is Seiun). The piece is associated with Hara Sōuemon (born 1936). The form is an elongated ovoid shape divided into two sections — upper and lower — joined by a raised horizontal band running around the middle. On the front, a vertical row of small circular and half-moon relief decorations is arranged. The surface displays the mottled red, purple, and olive-green patination characteristic of *han-shidō*. The base bears an engraved "Seiun" seal, and the body carries a dedicatory inscription, both of which can be confirmed in the photographs.
Artist Profile
Hara Sōuemon is the name of a long-established casting workshop based in Kashiwazaki City, Niigata Prefecture, known for its *han-shidō* works produced using the lost-wax (*rōgata*) casting technique. The workshop's origins date to the Edo period; it descends from a line of metalcasters who worked under the patronage of the Uesugi clan, with a lineage spanning approximately 650 years. "Seiun" is the hereditary art name passed down through each generation. The fourth-generation Seiun was born in Ōkubo in 1936 and learned lost-wax casting from his father. From 1967 onward he was accepted into the Nitten exhibition, and was designated a holder of an Intangible Cultural Property of Niigata Prefecture for his lost-wax casting technique. In 1995 he formally succeeded to the name Hara Sōuemon. The *han-shidō* patterning produced by the workshop is achieved by firing cast bronze with high-quality charcoal, which fixes an oxide film onto the surface.
Size
Height: 21 cm
Width: 13 cm
Depth: 13.5 cm
Weight
1,262 g
Condition
There is light wear consistent with age, with minor scuffs and small scratches particularly around the base. The coloration shows the characteristic variation in tone and density typical of *han-shidō*. No significant damage is visible in the photographs.
Additional Information
Maker: Hara Sōuemon Workshop (Seiun), Kashiwazaki City, Niigata Prefecture, Japan
Material: *Han-shidō* (mottled purple copper)
Seal: "Seiun" engraved on the base
Inscription: A dedicatory inscription is engraved on the body (readable as "…presented to Tokiwa High School")
Accessories: None (no box included)
NOITICE:
The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx depend on the situation.
It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally.
Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping.
I appreciate your cooperation.
Seller's Story
We have been experienced as an antique dealer for more than a decade, we select and purchase high-quality products from all over Japan. I carefully select items with good taste, whether famous or not. I offer you an encounter with unknown Japanese goods.
Owner Profile
Name: Michito Nagahiro
Born in 1986 in Sapporo, Hokkaido. From an early age, I have been fascinated by the beautiful and practical designs of Japanese art, antiques, and consumer products, as well as the mindset and dedication of craftsmen and artists. I frequently visited museums and solo exhibitions as part of my daily life.
In 2012, under the guidance of a top mentor in the industry, I established myself as an antique dealer, handling a wide range of items, including Japanese antiques and artworks. Since 2017, I have specialized in selling Japanese antiques and fine art, primarily in Europe, achieving over 20,000 successful sales to date.
In 2019, I launched a completely free service to support individuals in Japan who experience loneliness. This initiative involves personally visiting people, engaging in conversations, sharing meals, and, if necessary, providing career advice. More than 1,000 people reach out to me annually for support.
Additionally, I am committed to promoting and supporting the sales of emerging artists whose work has not yet received public recognition. My philosophy goes beyond merely selling objects—I strive to convey the stories, history, and emotions embedded in each piece. By doing so, I aim to connect people with the lives of the artists and bring inspiration to those who encounter their work.
Item Description
A *han-shidō* (mottled purple copper) vase by the Hara Sōuemon workshop (the hereditary art name is Seiun). The piece is associated with Hara Sōuemon (born 1936). The form is an elongated ovoid shape divided into two sections — upper and lower — joined by a raised horizontal band running around the middle. On the front, a vertical row of small circular and half-moon relief decorations is arranged. The surface displays the mottled red, purple, and olive-green patination characteristic of *han-shidō*. The base bears an engraved "Seiun" seal, and the body carries a dedicatory inscription, both of which can be confirmed in the photographs.
Artist Profile
Hara Sōuemon is the name of a long-established casting workshop based in Kashiwazaki City, Niigata Prefecture, known for its *han-shidō* works produced using the lost-wax (*rōgata*) casting technique. The workshop's origins date to the Edo period; it descends from a line of metalcasters who worked under the patronage of the Uesugi clan, with a lineage spanning approximately 650 years. "Seiun" is the hereditary art name passed down through each generation. The fourth-generation Seiun was born in Ōkubo in 1936 and learned lost-wax casting from his father. From 1967 onward he was accepted into the Nitten exhibition, and was designated a holder of an Intangible Cultural Property of Niigata Prefecture for his lost-wax casting technique. In 1995 he formally succeeded to the name Hara Sōuemon. The *han-shidō* patterning produced by the workshop is achieved by firing cast bronze with high-quality charcoal, which fixes an oxide film onto the surface.
Size
Height: 21 cm
Width: 13 cm
Depth: 13.5 cm
Weight
1,262 g
Condition
There is light wear consistent with age, with minor scuffs and small scratches particularly around the base. The coloration shows the characteristic variation in tone and density typical of *han-shidō*. No significant damage is visible in the photographs.
Additional Information
Maker: Hara Sōuemon Workshop (Seiun), Kashiwazaki City, Niigata Prefecture, Japan
Material: *Han-shidō* (mottled purple copper)
Seal: "Seiun" engraved on the base
Inscription: A dedicatory inscription is engraved on the body (readable as "…presented to Tokiwa High School")
Accessories: None (no box included)
NOITICE:
The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx depend on the situation.
It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally.
Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping.
I appreciate your cooperation.
Seller's Story
We have been experienced as an antique dealer for more than a decade, we select and purchase high-quality products from all over Japan. I carefully select items with good taste, whether famous or not. I offer you an encounter with unknown Japanese goods.
Owner Profile
Name: Michito Nagahiro
Born in 1986 in Sapporo, Hokkaido. From an early age, I have been fascinated by the beautiful and practical designs of Japanese art, antiques, and consumer products, as well as the mindset and dedication of craftsmen and artists. I frequently visited museums and solo exhibitions as part of my daily life.
In 2012, under the guidance of a top mentor in the industry, I established myself as an antique dealer, handling a wide range of items, including Japanese antiques and artworks. Since 2017, I have specialized in selling Japanese antiques and fine art, primarily in Europe, achieving over 20,000 successful sales to date.
In 2019, I launched a completely free service to support individuals in Japan who experience loneliness. This initiative involves personally visiting people, engaging in conversations, sharing meals, and, if necessary, providing career advice. More than 1,000 people reach out to me annually for support.
Additionally, I am committed to promoting and supporting the sales of emerging artists whose work has not yet received public recognition. My philosophy goes beyond merely selling objects—I strive to convey the stories, history, and emotions embedded in each piece. By doing so, I aim to connect people with the lives of the artists and bring inspiration to those who encounter their work.
Details
時代
1900-2000
重量
1262 g
タイトル補足情報
Hanshido Mottled Patina - Hara Soemon workshop (Seiun)
アイテム数
1
原産国
Japan
デザイナー/アーティスト/作家
Hara Soemon workshop (Seiun)
素材
Copper
スタイル
Vintage
カラー
Brown
コンディション
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
高さ
21 cm
幅
13 cm
奥行き
13.5 cm
推定年代
1900-2000
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