Censer by the First Kiyomizu Zoroku, with Attributed Box

An elegant blue and white porcelain incense burner by Shimizu Zoroku I [1851-1917], one of Kyoto's most respected ceramic artists of the Meiji period. The gently rounded body is decorated in underglaze blue with an extensive landscape of seasonal grasses and flowering plants, rendered with expressive brushwork characteristic of Kyoto porcelain.The vessel is surmounted by an exceptionally refined openwork metal cover, intricately pierced with blooming flowers and foliage. The finely sculpted openwork not only serves its practical function but also enriches the composition through the harmonious contrast between porcelain and metalwork.The restrained monochrome decoration, together with the delicately modeled form, embodies the refined literati taste cultivated in Kyoto during the late nineteenth century. Accompanied by a kiwamebako [authentication box], attesting to its recognized attribution.Shimizu Zoroku I [1851-1917] was a distinguished Kyoto ceramic artist active during the Meiji period. Renowned for both tea ceramics and scholarly wares, he combined classical Chinese influences with the refined aesthetic traditions of Kyoto. His works are highly regarded for their elegant forms, restrained decoration, and exceptional craftsmanship. Height: 8.8cm Diameter: 7.6cm Pure Silver Koro Finial Weight: 51g

Condition
Good condition , showing minor soiling accumulated over time, typical of its age[See images for details]

Buyer's Premium
24.8% up to
¥1,000,000.00
24.8% up to
¥5,000,000.00
24.8% above
¥5,000,000.00