Vase was created by Makuzu Kōzan I (Miyagawa Toranosuke) in 19th century.

When was "Vase" created?

This artwork was created 19th century.

Is "Vase" in the public domain?

Yes, Vase is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Vase

Q: What medium is "Vase"?

Vase is White porcelain covered with a mazarine blue glaze (Kyoto ware).

Makuzu Kōzan I (Miyagawa Toranosuke)

19th century

Medium

White porcelain covered with a mazarine blue glaze (Kyoto ware)

Dimensions

H. 11 3/8 in. (28.9 cm); Diam. 11 in. (27.9 cm)

Classification

Ceramics

Culture & Period

Japan · Edo (1615–1868) or Meiji period (1868–1912)

Department

Asian Art

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Gift of Charles Stewart Smith, 1893

Accession Number

93.3.480

Art Historical Context

This elegant vase, crafted the renowned Japanese ceramicistuzu Kōzan I (Miyagawa Toranosuke) the 19th century exemplifies the refined artistry of Kyoto ware during the late Edo (1615–1868) or early Meiji (1868–1912) period. at 11 3/8 inches tall with a generous 11-inch diameter, it reflects the era's blend of traditional craftsmanship and emerging innovation as Japan opened to Western influences. Kōzan, a master potter from Kyoto, elevated porcelain production, earning imperial recognition for his technical prowess. The vase's medium—white porcelain coated in a rich mazarine blue glaze—highli...

Vase

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