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White Porcelain Jue by Kato Minoru, Tomobako

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Inspired by the ancient Chinese bronze jue wine vessel, this elegant white porcelain work by Kato Minoru presents a refined interpretation of one of East Asia's most iconic ritual forms.The vessel faithfully retains the characteristic tripod feet, twin finials, and sweeping flared rim of the classical prototype, while the body is delicately adorned with low-relief taotie motifs. Executed in luminous white porcelain, the restrained decoration emphasizes the purity of the material and the sculptural clarity of the form.The crisp silhouette, balanced proportions, and subtle carved ornament demonstrate the artist's sensitivity to both historical design and contemporary ceramic aesthetics. Rather than replicating the appearance of ancient bronzes, the work transforms the ritual form into an object of quiet elegance through the translucency and refinement unique to porcelain.Preserved in its original tomobako, this piece is an accomplished example of modern Japanese studio ceramics inspired by the enduring legacy of Chinese antiquity. Height: 15.3cm Length: 15.2cm Wide: 9.3cm

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

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Inspired by the ancient Chinese bronze jue wine vessel, this elegant white porcelain work by Kato Minoru presents a refined interpretation of one of East Asia's most iconic ritual forms.The vessel faithfully retains the characteristic tripod feet, twin finials, and sweeping flared rim of the classical prototype, while the body is delicately adorned with low-relief taotie motifs. Executed in luminous white porcelain, the restrained decoration emphasizes the purity of the material and the sculptural clarity of the form.The crisp silhouette, balanced proportions, and subtle carved ornament demonstrate the artist's sensitivity to both historical design and contemporary ceramic aesthetics. Rather than replicating the appearance of ancient bronzes, the work transforms the ritual form into an object of quiet elegance through the translucency and refinement unique to porcelain.Preserved in its original tomobako, this piece is an accomplished example of modern Japanese studio ceramics inspired by the enduring legacy of Chinese antiquity. Height: 15.3cm Length: 15.2cm Wide: 9.3cm

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
24.8% up to
¥5,000,000.00
24.8% above
¥5,000,000.00

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