Signed Japanese Arita Kakiemon Vase With Flowers Design 1950s

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Mid century Signed Japanese Kakiemon Arita Imari Vase with Flowers.Signed Japanese Kakiemon vase by Sakaida Kakiemon XIII (1906-1982). A beautiful … more Mid century Signed Japanese Kakiemon Arita Imari Vase with Flowers.Signed Japanese Kakiemon vase by Sakaida Kakiemon XIII (1906-1982). A beautiful example of a moon jar style vase of Kakiemon porcelain with vibrantly decorated flowers against a white Nigoshide ground.The mark reads: Kakiemon 柿右衛門.It is the signature of Sakaida Kakiemon 13th (1906-1982).Studio Japanese porcelain vase with bulbous body, wide shoulders and delicate Kakiemon palette enamel decoration of flowers, fantastic quality painting with red, lilac, blue, yellow and shades of green enamels, scrolling decoration to the rim and neck.In very good condition. Signed on the bottom Kakiemon 柿右衛門 in underglaze blue.Dimensions: vase measures approx. Height 7 inches, diameter at the widest 7 inches top opening 3.75".
Kakiemon style refers to a distinctive type of Japanese porcelain that originated in the early 17th century during the Edo period. It is named after Sakaida Kakiemon, a master potter who is credited with developing this particular style in the Arita region of Japan. Kakiemon porcelain is known for its delicate, refined, and colorful designs, which often feature asymmetrical compositions with plenty of open space (known as "negative space").
Key Features of Kakiemon Style:
1) Color Palette: Kakiemon porcelain typically uses a limited but vivid color palette, including bright red, green, blue, and yellow, applied over a milky white glaze. The colors are often applied in a translucent, enamel-like manner, giving them a light, almost ethereal quality.
2) Design Motifs: Common motifs in Kakiemon porcelain include nature-inspired themes such as flowers, birds, and trees, often arranged in a way that balances detail with simplicity. The designs tend to be delicate and elegant, with a preference for minimalism.
3) White Space: Unlike other porcelain styles that may cover the entire surface with decoration, Kakiemon pieces often leave significant portions of the white porcelain exposed. This use of white space is a hallmark of the style and contributes to its overall aesthetic.
4) Shapes: Kakiemon ware includes a variety of shapes, from plates and bowls to vases and figures. The shapes are typically graceful and well-proportioned, emphasizing the elegance of the decoration.
Influence and Legacy:
Kakiemon porcelain became highly prized in Europe during the 17th and 18th centuries, influencing European porcelain manufacturers, particularly in Meissen (Germany) and Chantilly (France). These European versions of Kakiemon were often known as "Kakiemon-style" wares, although they were reproductions or adaptations of the original Japanese designs.
The Kakiemon tradition continues today, with modern artisans producing pieces in the same style, maintaining the legacy of this exquisite Japanese art form. less