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A studio porcelain censer of trefoil form, its body comprised of lobes which descend to form the feet. A diamond -patterned design decorates the neckline, while branches with clusters of hydrangea and leaves stretch across the body in graduating tones of under glaze blue and white enamels. Featured in Mrs. Nancy Schiffer's Japanese Porcelain 1800-1950, Schiffer Publishing Ltd. 1999, page 35. Miyagawa "Makuzu" Kozan underglaze blue signature seal on base. This Makuzu piece is the perfect ... Click for details

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A charming stoneware vase of double gourd form rendered with a mottled cobalt glaze, characteristic for this potter. Spanning the surface, an oni in full trousers reaches out for his dinner, a naïve snail. The oni’s eyes signal his intent…one can only imagine the outcome. Koji’s characteristic cobalt swirl signature mark can be found on the base. This unique vase is in excellent condition. Height: 8.5” Meiji Period, Japan

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A pair of earthenware Manchurian cranes, modeled and decorated naturalistically, each feather carefully delineated. Studied closely by the artist, his choice of vivid red, brown and black enamels add to their “alive” quality. Considered the most iconic image in East Asian art, the crane is both auspicious and symbolic of longevity. In Japan the image of two cranes is also closely related to the New Year and marriage. (For a similar okimono by the same artist see, “Far Eastern Art at Spink”, p.49... Click for details

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A charming Hiradoware sculpture of Hotei, god of mirth, at leisure and resting against his treasure sack, uchiwa in hand. Characteristic of the god of mirth, Hotei displays a warm and cheerful laugh with sleeve off one shoulder exposing his round belly. This Hirado porcelain okimono is executed in clear blue, brown and white glazes. No damage or restoration. Length: 6.75” 19th Century, Japan

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A two-piece Hirado porcelain mizusashi or fresh water container, its white body painted delicately in under-the-glaze blue. Cranes and sparrows are at leisure near a river under canopies of sakura and bamboo. The finial a charming sculpture of a seated karako, his chiseled face full of wonder. This lovely mizusashi is an example of the finest Hiradoware and is in excellent condition with neither damage nor restoration. Height: 10” 19th Century, Japan

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A studio porcelain vase remarkably modern in appearance. Its rounded body is defined by representations of two realistic crabs set against a finely graduated blue ground. Each crab is executed with extensive detailing and shading, the creatures in low relief. The fine hairs on these crustaceans are rendered naturalistically, a feat achievable with apparent ease by the great ceramist, Makuzu Kozan. Signed and sealed Makuzu Kozan saku, its tomobako inscribed Suiyu Kani ga. This splendid porcelain ... Click for details

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An octagonal Imari porcelain bowl with alternating panels, both inside and out, of ikebana arrangements in rich iron red, cobalt blue and gilt on its white porcelain ground. The interior rondel shows an elaborate ikebana arrangement, reinforcing the imagery. A characteristic Period peony spray resides in iron red with gilt on the base. This elegant porcelain bowl is in very good condition with only minor wear to the gilt commensurate with age and use. Diameter: 13” Edo Period, Japan ... Click for details

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An elegant Hirado four-paneled white porcelain vase with demon-head handles. The panels are carved in striking moriage technique with cranes-in-flight above raging waves. This vase of classic beauty is in excellent condition with no damage or restoration. Height, 15.25" 19th century, Japan

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This unique Imari porcelain plate is modeled in the form of a shell, its scalloped body accentuated by alternating textile-patterned panels along the border. On a striking white ground, a gilt-detailed phoenix perches upon a cobalt, iron red and gilt architectural structure. This fine Imari plate is in excellent condition with no problems and no restoration. Height: 10”, width: 10” Meiji Period, Japan

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This Imari porcelain plate is formed as a fish, its head, fins and tail modeled in low relief and finely delineated with gilt. On its body, a sack-shaped cartouche depicts a stylized rendering of kiku near rocks and spume in green, blue and iron red enamels. This fine Imari fish plate is in excellent condition with no damage. Length: 12.25” 19th Century, Japan