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Hokusai Great Wave Kutani Bud Vase
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Kutani ware · Made in Japan · 15.5 W × 5 D × 12.5 H cm
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Bring the movement of Hokusai’s Great Wave to a quiet corner. Blue waves sweep across this compact Kutani vase, framing a single stem or a few delicate sprigs. Made in Japan and presented in a box, it is an easy-to-place gift for lovers of Japanese art.
Why You’ll Love It
Hokusai’s Great Wave gives the vase a distinctive focal point
Slim 5 cm depth fits a shelf, mantel or console
A small opening frames a single stem or delicate sprigs
Hokusai’s The Great Wave off Kanagawa wraps a dramatic seascape around this compact Kutani bud vase. Deep blue waves curl above small boats, while Mount Fuji appears in the distance. The pale ceramic surface gives the composition room to breathe.
The broad, flattened body and short raised neck make the vase as engaging on its own as it is with flowers. Place it on a shelf, mantel or console, with the wave facing the room. A single seasonal stem or a few fine sprigs will echo the movement of the design without hiding it.
Made in Japan, the vase measures 15.5 cm wide × 5 cm deep × 12.5 cm high (6.10 × 1.97 × 4.92 in). Its slim depth suits smaller spaces, while the generous front surface keeps the artwork in view.
Supplied in a presentation box, it makes a thoughtful housewarming gift or a personal piece for someone drawn to Japanese art.
Product Information
Quantity: 1 bud vase
Design: Hokusai’s The Great Wave off Kanagawa
Craft: Kutani ware
Material: Ceramic
Width: 15.5 cm (6.10 in)
Depth: 5 cm (1.97 in)
Height: 12.5 cm (4.92 in)
Country of manufacture: Japan
Packaging: Presentation box
Manufacturer’s reference: K9-1297 (K8-1211)
Care instructions
Handle gently and place on a stable, level surface. Clean by hand with mild soap, water and a soft cloth, then dry thoroughly. Avoid abrasive cleaners, impacts and sudden changes in temperature.
Artisan & Craft
This vase brings Hokusai’s The Great Wave off Kanagawa to Kutani ware. Supplied by Toujudo (陶寿堂), a Japanese Kutani ware specialist, it pairs the familiar wave composition with a compact ceramic form. Kutani is associated with Ishikawa Prefecture and a rich tradition of decorative ceramics; this piece expresses that tradition through its blue-and-white wave design.
Note
Colors may appear slightly different depending on your screen and lighting. Please check the dimensions above when planning your display; this is a compact bud vase.
Questions About This Piece
How large is the vase, and what flowers suit it?
It measures 15.5 cm wide × 5 cm deep × 12.5 cm high (6.10 × 1.97 × 4.92 in). Try a single seasonal stem or a few delicate sprigs; a full bouquet would overwhelm its compact form. Keep the wave design facing forward.
Does it come in a gift box?
Yes. One vase is supplied in a presentation box, making it a thoughtful choice for a housewarming or for someone who enjoys Japanese art.
Is the design Hokusai’s Great Wave?
Yes. The supplier identifies the design as Hokusai’s The Great Wave off Kanagawa. Blue waves and small boats sweep across the pale ceramic surface, with Mount Fuji in the distance.
Kutani ware · Ishikawa, Japan
Kutani: Japan’s art of brilliant color
Kutani ware emerged in Ishikawa in the 17th century and became
celebrated for bold overglaze painting and an unmistakably rich use
of color. Its decorative language ranges from expressive nature motifs
to highly detailed compositions, giving Kutani porcelain a vivid
character unlike almost any other Japanese ceramic tradition.
17th-century rootsborn in Ishikawa
Kutani Gosaifive signature colors
Overglaze paintingbold, layered, expressive
Ishikawa · Hokuriku · Japan
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Learn more about Kutani ware
What is Kutani ware?
Kutani ware is a tradition of Japanese porcelain associated with
Ishikawa Prefecture. It first developed in the 17th century and is
especially known for richly colored overglaze decoration, bold
compositions and a wide range of styles that evolved over several
centuries.
What are the five colors of Kutani ware?
The traditional Kutani palette is often referred to as Kutani Gosai,
or the five Kutani colors: red, yellow, green, purple and dark blue.
These vivid overglaze enamels are used in different combinations,
from dense decorative painting to more restrained contemporary work.
Where is Kutani ware made?
Kutani ware is associated with Ishikawa Prefecture in Japan’s
Hokuriku region, particularly the areas around Kaga, Komatsu and
Kanazawa. The original Kutani production began near present-day
Kaga in the mid-1600s.
Why does Kutani ware look so different from other Japanese porcelain?
Kutani is distinguished by its emphasis on decoration after the
porcelain body has been fired. Layers of colored enamel are applied
over the glaze, allowing artists to create saturated color, strong
outlines and highly expressive imagery. This gives Kutani ware a
more painterly and often more dramatic appearance than many other
Japanese porcelain traditions.
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