Japanese Edo Period Pictographic Porcelain

Japanese Edo Period Pictographic Porcelain

This pictographic porcelain was made during the Edo period of Japan (1680-1700) in the Yoda area. It uses the glaze painting technique of Shijiuweimen style, showing the superb craftsmanship of Japanese porcelain making at that time. The Shikakuweimen style is known for its bright colors and fine paintings, usually decorated in red, blue, green, yellow and other colors.
Goldfish shaped root

Goldfish shaped root

Genfu is a type of miniature sculpture art from the Edo period in Japan (1615-1868), commonly used for decorating and securing small items hanging on kimono belts. This goldfish shaped rootstock is made of boxwood by rootstock sculptor Masanao Ise, and the eyes are set with light and dark keratin. This root has a width of 5.5 centimeters and is located in the British Museum. Masanao Masanao (Ise) was a famous root carving artist during the Edo period in the 19th century. His works usually depict animals, and he is considered one of the greatest artists in the art form of Genfu.