Japanese Kiyomizu-style lucky cat figurine by Ito Wakatsuki, large grape-shaped black and silver.

Japanese Kiyomizu-style lucky cat figurine by Ito Wakatsuki, large grape-shaped black and silver.

Dimensions: Height 14.5cm , Width 9cm

Material: Porcelain

Product Description:

Ito Jakauchi​​​ (March 1, 1716 – October 27, 1800) was a modern Japanese painter active in Kyoto during the mid - Edo period. His given name was Rujun , and his courtesy name was Jinghe . Known for his skillful fusion of realism and imagination, he was called a "painter of whimsy" and was considered on par with Soga Shohaku and Nagasawa Rosetsu . His works are collected by the Sannomaru Shozokan Museum and the Miho Museum in Japan.

This is a special piece with a silver Tuvan black sheen texture.

Over time, the black areas will appear even darker.

Made in Japan

Kiyomizu-yaki introduction

" Kyo-yaki " is a style of tea ceremony that originated in the early Edo period.

Kyoto pottery has primarily spread from the foothills of Higashiyama. On the other hand, " Kiyomizu-yaki " refers to pottery made at the entrance to Kiyomizu-dera Temple on Gojo-zaka. Currently, all pottery made in Kyoto is called " Kyo-yaki / Kiyomizu-yaki ".

This type of glaze, known as crystalline glaze, is characterized by the precipitation of crystals during the melting and cooling process. Beautiful flower-shaped crystalline vessels appear as if flowers have bloomed on their surface. Most importantly, the crystals grew larger and took on various shapes. Furthermore, no two designs can be made the same; each piece is a unique work of art.