Large Kutani Vase in excellent condition.
No damage, cracks or crazing.
In my search for a value on this piece I have learned a lot about Kutani ware.
It was first produced in 1655 in the city of Kaga. Kokutani enjoyed popularity for the next few decades until the Kutani suddenly closed down in 1730.This period of production is now referred to as the Old Kutani.
In 1810 kutaniyaki was re-established and has been in production ever since.
*(Details were pulled from wikipedia.)
After reviewing photos on various web sites, I believe this piece to be of one of the 2 following styles.
1. Shoza (approx. 160 years ago)
This style compounds all techniques (Ko-Kutani, Yoshidaya, Akae, Kinrande) and also uses western material for the paint.
2. Eiraku (approx. 140 years ago)
Eiraku Wazen used the Kyoyaki kinrande technique, which is gold decoration on a red base layer.
*(Both descriptions were pulled from kutaniyaki.or.jp web site)
Attached photos show the turning of the same vase. There is only one.
Photos also show the close ups of the top rim, inside, bottom rim and distinguishing marks on the bottom (which are fired in). They do not show the fine detailing of the gold work on the feathers, but the painting is very nice and not a decal.
*Click on photos to see the enlarged views.
**Stored in a non-smoking home.
Paper in photos was inside and is where information came from. I presume it was from the original owner.
Would love to know what it is really worth or were to look for more information.
Thanks for viewing and your input.
Might be willing to sell if the price is right, but am content to keep it if not, as it is beautiful.
