Small Vase Sakura Cherry Blossoms Gold | Fujii Kinsai's work [217091]

[size]
Width: 12.5cm / Height: 23cm
Width: 4.9in / Height: 9.1in

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This is a work by Kinsai Fujii, a leading ceramic artist in the creation of Arita porcelain art. The contrast between Japan's national flower, the cherry blossom, and the radiant gold is beautiful. The delicate touch with which the cherry blossoms are depicted and the unique harmony of the golden hues make this piece stand out prominently. The paint used for the gold parts is highly valuable, making this piece truly luxurious and splendid.

The production technique features both underglaze blue (sometsuke) and overglaze enamels (nishiki) painting. Underglaze blue (sometsuke) is a painting technique where designs are applied to the bisque-fired body before glazing. In contrast, overglaze enamels (nishiki) is a technique where vivid colors such as red and green are added to the glazed and fired body. Both underglaze blue (sometsuke) and overglaze enamels (nishiki) have their own challenges. Combining these techniques requires exceptionally high skill, including the overall composition of the painting.

With a height of 23 cm and a relatively small width, this compact piece is popular for its ability to harmonize well with modern living spaces. It is also ideal as a gift or for special occasions. This masterpiece embodies the pinnacle of craftsmanship in potter's wheel, painting, and firing techniques.


[Potter Profile]
Kinsai Fujii

Kinsai Fujii's works are characterized by their luxurious finish using the overglaze enamel (nishiki) technique. He utilize metallic hues such as gold and platinum, as well as traditional Arita nishiki colors like red, green, and purple, showcasing strong individuality in their creations

Kinsai Fujii's career is as follows :

Born in 1976 in Arita, Saga Prefecture, Japan.
Entered the wheel-throwing department at Saga Prefectural Arita Ceramic Technical School in 1991.
Studied under Living National Treasures Manji Inoue and Shigemasu Kajiwara in 1991.
Held the "Kinsai Fujii Exhibition" at Fukuoka Prefectural Museum of Art and Hita City Museum of Art in 2003.
Held the "Kinsai Fujii Exhibition" at Ehime Prefectural Museum of Art Branch in 2004.
Held numerous solo exhibitions at department stores and other venues nationwide since 1999.


[Main Awards]

Nagasaki Ceramics Exhibition, Asahi Shimbun Award
Kyushu-Yamaguchi Ceramics Exhibition, Selected
Workers' Art Exhibition, Minister of Labor Award
Asahi Ceramics Exhibition, Selected
Governor's Rotation, Saga Prefectural Governor's Award
Asia Craft Exhibition, Selected
And many others