Rare Signed Gonda Hirosuke Cloisonné - Enamel Moriage Vase
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:30654232 | Region of Origin: Japanese |
| Primary Material: Cloisonne | Product: Vase |
Rare Signed Gonda Hirosuke Cloisonné-Enamel Moriage Vase
Offered for sale is a rare Gonda Hirosuke (1865-1937) moriage cloisonné-enamel vase.Measuring approximately 6.5" (16.5cm) and 3.25" (8.25cm) at its widest point, the vase depicts red and white Irises.There is a "halo" at the peak of the white Iris measuring approximately 2cm*1cm.There is a tiny white discoloration near the base between the leaves, of the red Iris and another near the upper leaf beneath the stem of ...the white flower. (Refer pictures.)The Gonda trademark at the bottom of the vase consists of the sacred jewels (magatama) the Japanese character "shiro" which means the color white.The color white was important to Gonda Hirosuke, as he apparently referred to his workshop as the "white phoenix" or "white hall" which may reflect his source of inspiration for his workshop.
The vase would make a fine addition to any collection.
Winning bidder can pick up item from North West London N3, or can be posted within the UK, Europe, North/South America, Asia, Australia/New Zealand and some other global destinations (see postage prices and check destination exclusions before bidding). Will be packed very carefully and securely, and dispatched next day, with tracking number provided.
Offered for sale is a rare Gonda Hirosuke (1865-1937) moriage cloisonné-enamel vase.Measuring approximately 6.5" (16.5cm) and 3.25" (8.25cm) at its widest point, the vase depicts red and white Irises.There is a "halo" at the peak of the white Iris measuring approximately 2cm*1cm.There is a tiny white discoloration near the base between the leaves, of the red Iris and another near the upper leaf beneath the stem of ...the white flower. (Refer pictures.)The Gonda trademark at the bottom of the vase consists of the sacred jewels (magatama) the Japanese character "shiro" which means the color white.The color white was important to Gonda Hirosuke, as he apparently referred to his workshop as the "white phoenix" or "white hall" which may reflect his source of inspiration for his workshop.
The vase would make a fine addition to any collection.
Winning bidder can pick up item from North West London N3, or can be posted within the UK, Europe, North/South America, Asia, Australia/New Zealand and some other global destinations (see postage prices and check destination exclusions before bidding). Will be packed very carefully and securely, and dispatched next day, with tracking number provided.
