Vintage Kutani Vase with Mandarin Ducks & Golden Blossoms - Hand-Painted Japanese Art
Bring a touch of classic Japanese elegance into your home with this vintage Kutani porcelain vase, beautifully hand-painted with mandarin ducks (oyako / ouen-ō) gracefully gliding beneath blooming gold-toned flowers. In Japanese symbolism, mandarin ducks represent lifelong partnership, devotion, and peace, making this vase not only a decorative treasure but also a meaningful gift.
Crafted in traditional Kutani style, the vase features:
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Rich, multi-layered enamels in deep greens, gold, and warm whites
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A textured crackle-glaze surface typical of older Kutani pieces
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Exceptional brushwork capturing both floral detail and the calm expression of the ducks
This piece is ideal for:
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Interior decor in wabi-sabi, zen, or eclectic homes
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A thoughtful anniversary or wedding gift
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Display on shelves, alcoves, or tokonoma-style spaces
A true celebration of Kutani craftsmanship-refined, symbolic, and timeless.
Dimensions
Height: 19 cm (7.5 in) Circumference (widest point): 58 cm (22.8 in) Mouth diameter: 11 cm (4.3 in)