Vase by Makuzu Kozan
This elegant vase by Makuzu Kozan features an unglazed earthenware body of restrained and harmonious form. The warm, natural surface serves as a refined backdrop for gracefully trailing ivy vines, whose celadon-glazed leaves are delicately outlined in gilt, creating a striking contrast between the soft clay body and the vivid decorative motif.Kozan masterfully combines sculptural modeling, ceramic craftsmanship, and painterly composition in this understated design. The restrained palette and balanced arrangement emphasize the beauty of natural forms while showcasing the refined aesthetics of Meiji-period Kyoto ceramics. Accompanied by its original tomobako, this work is an outstanding example of Kozan's celebrated botanical compositions. Height: 13.4cm Diameter: 24cm
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Good condition , showing minor soiling accumulated over time, typical of its age[See images for details]
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This elegant vase by Makuzu Kozan features an unglazed earthenware body of restrained and harmonious form. The warm, natural surface serves as a refined backdrop for gracefully trailing ivy vines, whose celadon-glazed leaves are delicately outlined in gilt, creating a striking contrast between the soft clay body and the vivid decorative motif.Kozan masterfully combines sculptural modeling, ceramic craftsmanship, and painterly composition in this understated design. The restrained palette and balanced arrangement emphasize the beauty of natural forms while showcasing the refined aesthetics of Meiji-period Kyoto ceramics. Accompanied by its original tomobako, this work is an outstanding example of Kozan's celebrated botanical compositions. Height: 13.4cm Diameter: 24cm
Condition
Good condition , showing minor soiling accumulated over time, typical of its age[See images for details]
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¥1,000,000.00
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