A porcelain vessel where rhythmic geometric forms in vivid enamels create a balanced, structured presence. Description: This Arita porcelain bottle vase features a spherical body with a tall, flared neck, following the classic tsurukubi (crane-neck) form. The vessel rises from a stable foot ring, expanding into a generous spherical body before tapering into an elegantly elongated neck. The body is coated in a smooth white porcelain glaze that provides a clean ground for the overglaze decoration. The entire outer surface is covered with a continuous shippō (seven treasures) pattern executed in overglaze enamels. This traditional geometric design consists of interlocking circles and diamond forms rendered in cobalt blue, green, pale yellow, and red. Each unit of the pattern features a four-petaled flower-like motif outlined in blue, with green vertical bands and pale yellow lozenge shapes forming the connecting elements. Small red dots punctuate the intersections where the circular forms meet, adding rhythmic accents across the surface. The palette combines cool blues and greens with warm yellow and red highlights, creating visual depth within the geometric structure. The shippō pattern extends seamlessly from the shoulder of the body up through the narrow neck, maintaining consistent scale and precise alignment throughout. The rim is finished with a thin brown edge typical of Arita production. The base reveals an unglazed foot ring with a white-glazed interior. Within the recessed base, an underglaze blue mark reading "亮秀" (Ryōshū) is visible within a double-ring frame. Cultural & Art Context: The shippō pattern, named after the seven treasures of Buddhism, has been a favored motif in Japanese decorative arts for centuries. In Arita porcelain, this geometric design became particularly popular during the Meiji period and has continued to be valued for its elegant balance of repetition and color harmony. The tsurukubi form, with its spherical body and elongated neck, has long been appreciated in Japanese ceramic tradition for displaying seasonal branches and creating a refined presence in tokonoma alcoves. Arita porcelain production, centered in Saga Prefecture, has maintained its reputation for technical excellence in underglaze and overglaze decoration since the early 17th century. Collector Appeal: This piece offers an attractive example of traditional shippō pattern work in Arita porcelain. The vibrant color palette and precise execution of the repeating geometric motif demonstrate skilled craftsmanship rooted in centuries of ceramic tradition. Pieces combining the classic tsurukubi form with bold overglaze enamel decoration appeal to collectors interested in the continuity of Japanese porcelain aesthetics from historical models into contemporary production. Dimensions: Height: 24.0 cm Diameter: 12.3 cm Weight: 900 g Condition: No chips, cracks or restorations. Artist Profile: Tashiro Ryōshū is a Japanese potter working within the Arita porcelain tradition in Saga Prefecture. The artist is associated with Tashiro Toukiten (Tashiro Pottery Shop), a family-run ceramics business located in Arita town, where generations have maintained the craft of porcelain production. This continuity of familial expertise has allowed the workshop to preserve traditional techniques while adapting to contemporary market demands. Tashiro specializes in overglaze enamel decoration on white porcelain, producing works that maintain connections to historical Arita techniques while serving contemporary decorative functions. The artist's works demonstrate skilled execution of traditional patterns including the shippō geometric motif, reflecting the accumulated knowledge passed down through the family workshop. The mark "亮秀" (Ryōshū) visible on the base confirms the artist's signature, indicating direct attribution to Tashiro Ryōshū's hand. Specific biographical details including birth year and formal training remain limited in accessible sources, though the continuity of the family business suggests apprenticeship within the traditional workshop system. The artist's works appear in the Japanese secondary market, indicating sustained production rooted in the established reputation of the Tashiro workshop in Arita's ceramic community. Additional Notes Please review all photos carefully as they are part of the item description. Shipping Information All items are shipped from Japan via DHL or Japan Post, depending on the destination. 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