A RARE JAPANESE KYOYAKI 'WAKAMATSU' VASE BY ITO TOZAN I (1846-1920) MEIJI PERIOD (1868-1912) OR TAISHO PERIOD (1912-1926) The cylindrical baluster form vase of classic ivory-hued Kyoto stoneware with finely crackled clear glaze, sparsely decorated to the lower part with 'wakamatsu' motif in overglaze enamels and fine gilding. Impressed circular seal for Tozan I to the base. Together with the tomobako (original signed wooden box). 24.5cm high, 11.5cm diameter OTHER NOTES: Ito Tozan I (1846-1920) was originally a painter in the Maruyama school, and then proceeded to work and study under Kanzan Denshichi (1821-1890) of Kyoto, who produced tableware for the Japanese Imperial family. Tozan I was appointed as a Teishitsu Gigei-in (an Imperial Household Artist) in 1917, one of only five ceramicists to ever be granted this title in Japan. The Teishitsu Gigei-in were appointed so as to create refined masterworks to decorated the Imperial Palace in Tokyo, and other Imperial residences, and also to create works to be given by the Japanese Imperial family as high-level gifts. Wakamatsu, or young pine motif, has been used since the Heian Period (794-1185) as a symbol representing new year, new beginnings and longevity, so it is likely this vase was commissioned as a new year gift. Estimate $3,000-5,000 Condition: No visible faults or damage The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to inspect articles for sale at our pre-sale viewing where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice. Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications. Sold for $3,000
A RARE JAPANESE KYOYAKI 'WAKAMATSU' VASE BY ITO TOZAN I (1846-1920) MEIJI PERIOD (1868-1912) OR TAISHO PERIOD (1912-1926) The cylindrical baluster form vase of classic ivory-hued Kyoto stoneware with finely crackled clear glaze, sparsely decorated to the lower part with 'wakamatsu' motif in overglaze enamels and fine gilding. Impressed circular seal for Tozan I to the base. Together with the tomobako (original signed wooden box). 24.5cm high, 11.5cm diameter OTHER NOTES: Ito Tozan I (1846-1920) was originally a painter in the Maruyama school, and then proceeded to work and study under Kanzan Denshichi (1821-1890) of Kyoto, who produced tableware for the Japanese Imperial family. Tozan I was appointed as a Teishitsu Gigei-in (an Imperial Household Artist) in 1917, one of only five ceramicists to ever be granted this title in Japan. The Teishitsu Gigei-in were appointed so as to create refined masterworks to decorated the Imperial Palace in Tokyo, and other Imperial residences, and also to create works to be given by the Japanese Imperial family as high-level gifts. Wakamatsu, or young pine motif, has been used since the Heian Period (794-1185) as a symbol representing new year, new beginnings and longevity, so it is likely this vase was commissioned as a new year gift. Estimate $3,000-5,000 Condition: No visible faults or damage The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to inspect articles for sale at our pre-sale viewing where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice. Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications. Sold for $3,000
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