{"product_id":"kutani-ware-vase-platinum-grapevine-with-white-dot-decoration-by-kingyoku-nakata","title":"KUTANI WARE VASE “PLATINUM GRAPEVINE WITH WHITE DOT DECORATION” BY KINGYOKU NAKATA","description":"\u003ch4 data-section-id=\"vuf0wb\" data-start=\"30\" data-end=\"55\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"57\" data-end=\"124\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"57\" data-end=\"124\"\u003eWhite Dots and Platinum Relief Emerging from a Matte Red Ground\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"286\"\u003eThis exceptional work is created by master Kutani artist \u003cstrong data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"201\"\u003eKingyoku Nakata\u003c\/strong\u003e, renowned for preserving the rare and highly refined \u003cem data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"264\"\u003eaotsubu\u003c\/em\u003e (blue dot) technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"288\" data-end=\"710\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-start=\"292\" data-end=\"301\"\u003eaotsubu\u003c\/em\u003e technique involves meticulously applying countless tiny dots of overglaze pigment onto the surface using a specialized tool known as \u003cem data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"443\"\u003eicchin\u003c\/em\u003e. Nakata’s work is distinguished by the extraordinary precision of these dots—each one rendered in uniform size and placed at perfectly even intervals. The accumulation of these minute dots forms elegant swirling patterns, adding depth and visual rhythm to the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"919\"\u003eIn this particular work, delicate \u003cstrong data-start=\"746\" data-end=\"774\"\u003ewhite dots (shiro-chibu)\u003c\/strong\u003e are set against a matte red background created using traditional \u003cem data-start=\"840\" data-end=\"849\"\u003ebengara\u003c\/em\u003e pigment, giving the vessel a distinctive and sophisticated character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"921\" data-end=\"1166\"\u003eThe grape motif, rendered in \u003cstrong data-start=\"950\" data-end=\"989\"\u003eraised platinum and gold decoration\u003c\/strong\u003e, exudes refined elegance, while the fine white dots create a subtle yet captivating contrast. Together, they form a harmonious composition of texture, color, and craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1393\"\u003eIn addition to the intricate dot application, the raised overglaze technique requires a high level of skill to achieve dimensionality. Nakata’s mastery is evident in both aspects, resulting in a work of remarkable refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1492\"\u003eThis is a distinguished piece that embodies both technical precision and quiet, dignified beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-section-id=\"2ntq33\" data-start=\"1499\" data-end=\"1520\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1574\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"kzelb5\" data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1554\"\u003eDiameter: 10.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16vmgy8\" data-start=\"1555\" data-end=\"1574\"\u003eHeight: 19.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1590\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003eBox Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1591\" data-end=\"1626\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5zvvkg\" data-start=\"1591\" data-end=\"1626\"\u003eWooden Box (Kiri Box with Cord)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1640\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1638\"\u003eArtist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1659\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1zxs58\" data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1659\"\u003eKingyoku Nakata\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"KUTANI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45174952460483,"sku":"k9-2039","price":1548.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0663\/7164\/9731\/files\/1f737559-7829-431c-804f-f64d6b6e5b33.png?v=1777875330","url":"https:\/\/jp-art.shop\/products\/kutani-ware-vase-platinum-grapevine-with-white-dot-decoration-by-kingyoku-nakata","provider":"JP-ART","version":"1.0","type":"link"}