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Japanese Ceramic Vase with Delicate Carvings by Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period

Creator: Kozan Makuzu
Offered by: Tishu

Description
A delicate and rare Japanese ceramic vase by the important Meiji imperial potter Makuzu Kozan (1842-1916) circa 1887-1910. Dated to his underglaze phase post 1887 after he successfully mastered the new colors available from the west and used them to the best advantage in his work deeply rooted in Japanese aesthetics. The vase was potted in the classic baluster Haitang form with great proportion. What unusual about this vase is that while the supper body is decorated with realistic chrysanthemum blossom with subtle shades of pinkish crimson and yellow pistils, the lower body, by contrast, is decorated with carved fish clouds. The underglaze painting of the Chrysanthemums was exquisitely executed with mastery, with emphasis on the gradient effect of the petals. The relief carving was done meticulously with precision and forms a pattern of ocean wave around the base. The overall white glaze with slight a celadon hue is impeccable. These qualities place the vase on a high artistic caliber.
The vase is signed with an underglaze blue seal on the base "Makuzu Kiln Made by Kozan".

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	Japan
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	ceramic
Condition:	Good. Minor shelf wear on the base rim as shown.
Creation Date:	1890-1900s
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Patterns:	Abstract, Asian/Oriental, Florals/Botanical, Geometric, Handmade
Incollect Reference #:	595577

Dimensions

H.	7.6 in;	Diam.	4 in;
H.	19.3 cm;	Diam.	10.16 cm;

Message from Seller:

Tishu, based in Atlanta, GA, offers a diverse collection ranging from Neolithic art to 20th-century collectibles, with a focus on Mid-century design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian textiles, and Contemporary Aboriginal art. Driven by a passion for timeless beauty, the gallery is open by appointment only and offers works that span 5,000 years of history. Reach them at 305-400-0561 or tishu@tishugallery.com.