{"product_id":"kutani-ware-incense-burner-iroe-kacho-eg-a-wari-zu-tamekichi-mitsui","title":"KUTANI WARE INCENSE BURNER – IROE KACHO EG A WARI ZU \/ TAMEKICHI MITSUI","description":"\u003ch4 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Artist – Tamekichi Mitsui III\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTamekichi Mitsui III is a distinguished Kutani ware artist who carries on the artistic lineage of Yasokichi Tokuda I.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHis works have been purchased on numerous occasions by members of the Japanese Imperial Family and foreign ambassadors. He has also held many solo exhibitions in countries around the world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKutani Ware Gold Label:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ceramic body made in Ishikawa Prefecture, decorated in the Kutani ware production region\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Porcelain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Width 15 × Depth 9 × Height 16 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Paulownia Wood Box with Cord\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Artistry of Tamekichi Mitsui III\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe works of Tamekichi Mitsui are characterized by traditional designs and the five distinctive colors of Kutani ware, known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKutani Gosai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: green, dark blue, purple, yellow, and red. He also places great importance on the quality and craftsmanship of the ceramic body, with some pieces being entirely handmade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHis artistic creations cover a wide range, from everyday tableware to highly artistic vases and decorative plates intended for display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHis style embodies the essence of traditional Kutani ware, earning him a loyal following of collectors and admirers. He is regarded as one of the representative artists of contemporary Kutani ware.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis exquisite Kutani ware incense burner by Tamekichi Mitsui III features vibrant overglaze enamel decoration, combining elegance, traditional craftsmanship, and artistic refinement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe gently rounded white porcelain body is beautifully adorned with vivid red peonies and charming birds, brought to life through the graceful colors of the traditional Kutani five-color palette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough the composition is bold, the flowers and leaves are rendered with delicate brushwork, covering the surface with intricate details. The changing designs reveal different expressions and visual impressions depending on the viewing angle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe deep green handles on either side and the stable four-footed form emphasize the incense burner's classical beauty. A decorative guardian lion finial on the lid adds a playful yet traditional touch characteristic of Kutani ware.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeyond its practical use for burning incense, this remarkable piece is also a valuable work of Japanese decorative art. Simply displaying it in a room brings elegance, color, and a sense of refinement to any Japanese-inspired interior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful example of traditional Kutani craftsmanship, this incense burner is an exceptional choice for collectors, admirers of Japanese ceramics, and those seeking a distinctive decorative piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e   \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jp-art.shop\/collections\/kutani-ware\"\u003ekutani\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jp-art.shop\/collections\/kutani-ware-incense-burner\/Kutani-ware-Incense-Burner\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Polaris-Tag Polaris-Tag--removable Polaris-Tag--linkable Polaris-Tag--segmented\" aria-disabled=\"false\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodySm Polaris-Text--block Polaris-Text--truncate\"\u003e\u003cspan title=\"View the “Kutani ware Incense Burner” collection\" class=\"Polaris-Tag__Text\"\u003eKutani ware Incense Burner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KUTANI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54111375032515,"sku":"k8-1404","price":1401.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0663\/7164\/9731\/files\/ewdewde2d_894b9ae2-5bcc-4f48-900e-b31f771e75ec.png?v=1793542430","url":"https:\/\/jp-art.shop\/products\/kutani-ware-incense-burner-iroe-kacho-eg-a-wari-zu-tamekichi-mitsui","provider":"JP-ART","version":"1.0","type":"link"}