Fujii Kinsai Arita Japan - Somenishiki Shobu (Iris) Vase 34.70 cm 染錦菖蒲絵飾り花瓶① - Free Shipping
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Fujii Kinsai Arita Japan - Somenishiki Shobu (Iris) Vase 34.70 cm
染錦菖蒲絵飾り花瓶①
Limited edition piece; includes a bookmark detailing the artist's ceramic career.
Signed by the artist. Comes in a wooden box.
All of our products are all handmade and hand painted by Master Fujii Kinsai,
therefore each individual item are slightly different each other.
*Somenishiki* (literally "dyed and brocaded") is a traditional style of Arita and Imari ware characterized by the incorporation of colors such as red, green, blue, and yellow. The process involves applying underglaze blue decoration and firing the piece at 1,300°C, followed by painting with traditional Arita-style overglaze enamels and firing again at 800°C. Because the piece is fired after the application of each color, the creation of a single work requires between four and ten separate firings. The *Somenishiki* style—specifically known as "Iro-Nabeshima" (Colored Nabeshima)—originated around 1675; these pieces were initially created as furnishings for the castle or as gifts for the Shogunate, feudal lords, and the Imperial Court. These techniques and traditions continue to be preserved to this day.
**The Iro-Nabeshima Style**
Wares intended for gifts or personal use by the Nabeshima family of Saga were produced in the domain's official kiln. Pieces created in this official kiln are known simply as "Nabeshima" and are highly acclaimed worldwide. Because they were commissioned as gifts, the resulting products were of exceptional quality and possessed a refined, dignified aesthetic. It is believed that the official kiln was originally established at Iwataya-gawachi (Arita) during the Kan'ei era (1624–1644), relocated to Minami-gawara (Arita) during the Kanbun era (1661–1673), and finally moved to Okawachi (Imari City) during the Enpō era (1673–1680). While "Nabeshima" ware includes celadon and underglaze blue pieces, those featuring overglaze enamel colors are specifically referred to as "Iro-Nabeshima." The decoration of Iro-Nabeshima is based on four colors: the blue of the underglaze and the red, green, and yellow of the overglaze enamels. The Nabeshima style lives on today as a decorative technique in modern Arita ware.
**Iris (*Shōbu* / *Ayame*)**
The iris is considered an auspicious plant; its flat, sword-shaped leaves resemble a blade, and its remarkably refreshing fragrance is said to ward off evil spirits. The Japanese word for the iris, *shōbu*, shares its pronunciation with words signifying competitive strength and propriety—specifically, a spirit that values martial virtues (*shōbu*). Prized since ancient times for its elegant appearance, the iris has frequently been depicted in Iro-Nabeshima and Ko-Imari ceramics. With its grace and refinement, the iris remains a highly popular motif to this day.
Design
Shobu (Iris)
Condition
Limited Edition Products by Master Fujii Kinsai Arita Saga Japan.
The number of each production are very limited
and we sell only AAA+ (Finest quality item only).
Vase Size
Height 34.70 cm (13.661 ")
Diameter 20.80 cm (8.189 ")
Delivery Time
We will ship your order within 10days.
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