Kutani Sansui Unkaku Vase

Details:

· 🌄 Subject expression: Centered on landscape scenery as a backdrop, cranes glide amid swirling mist; the composition balances depth and contrasts of motion and stillness, creating a tranquil yet vivid visual narrative.

· 💙 Color usage: Employs Kutani’s traditional palette (red, yellow, deep indigo) and multiple glazing techniques; layered glazes produce rich color depth and a warm, luminous sheen.

· 🎨 Brushwork style: Hand‑painted brushwork with visible strokes and meticulous detail; from rocky outcrops and mist to crane feathers and foliage, each element shows the artisans’ control of line and color.

· ㊗️ Symbolic meaning: Cranes symbolize longevity and good fortune, while landscapes represent nature and serenity; the overall imagery conveys harmony and well‑being.

產地：日本（九谷燒・石川縣）｜Origin: Japan (Kutani ware, Ishikawa Prefecture)

This Kutani Sansui Unkaku vase is a ceramic decorative piece for displaying flowers or standing alone as an accent.

It is made of ceramic and measures 17 cm in diameter by 16.5 cm in height.

Care

Hand wash with mild soap. Avoid sudden temperature changes.

Good to know

Due to the manufacturing process, minor surface marks may be present. Dimensions are measured by hand, so a 1–3 cm variance is normal. Colour may look slightly different depending on your screen.