Japanese Ceramic Vase with Horses, Somayaki, Japan circa 1830

A large Korean celadon vase with decor of flying cranes and clouds. Some firing defects as usual in this kind of ceramic but no chips and no hairli...

Seiyakuji Porcelain Vase with Silver Inlay by Yoji Kato (加藤洋二) This contemporary Japanese vase by Yoji Kato stands 20.5 cm tall and is crafted from Seiyakuji porcelain, renowned for...

Vase by Kanzan Shinkai,born in 1912 This vase is a fine example of Kanzan Shinkai's work. It features an intricate design, with raised circular patterns, using contrasting colors suc...

Akira Arakawa, born in 1950 in Hamamatsu and a graduate of Kokushikan University’s Department of Architecture, has carved a unique path in Japanese ceramics. Although trained in architecture, he is a self-taught ceramic artist, renowned for his exceptional mastery of crystallized glazes. This intricate technique demands precise temperature control, reaching extreme levels of 1250°C to 1300°C to melt the glaze components thoroughly. As the temperature slowly decreases, crystals emerge, forming delicate flower or snowflake patterns on the glazed surface. By adding zinc or rutile, Arakawa can manipulate the size and shape of these crystals. This meticulous process results in captivating works like this deeply carved vase, where blue crystals stand out against earthy backgrounds, creating striking contrasts between crystallized and vitrified areas. Arakawa’s technical excellence has earned him numerous accolades, particularly in Japan’s ceramic competitions and exhibitions. Arakawa’s work has been featured in prestigious events, including multiple selections for the Nissin Noodle Bowl...

A polychrome porcelain vase, decorated with horses. Marked a seal mark at the base. China, 20th century. Very nice and unusual scene. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & P...

This is Takeo Karatsu pottery, believed to have been fired during the Edo period (circa 17th to 19th centuries). Karatsu ware is traditional Japanese ceramics made in the Karatsu reg...

DOUBLE-MOUTHED VASE – Japanese vintage modern pottery vase with two spouts, Showa period, 20th century, approx. H 23 x W 18 x D 11cm (9.05 x 7.08 x 4.33in). Unidentified potter’s car...

18th century Japanese Gennai Ware vase, known for its bright coloring, Gennai Ware was produced by Hiraga Gennai (1728-1780), a scientist and intellectual who lived in what is now Shido, Kagawa Prefecture. Gennai Ware is stylistically similar to Kochi Ware which is an early Chinese pottery...