black lacquer cylindrical vase by the renowned lacquer master Shimano Sanshu 島野三秋 (1877-1965)
Price: € 2.200,00
A stunning black lacquer cylindrical vase by the renowned lacquer master Shimano Sanshu 島野三秋 (1877-1965).
This elegant vase is adorned with inlaid mother-of-pearl 青貝 (aogai) and features vertical parallel lines interspersed with a recessed horizontal band depicting stylized crashing waves in takamaki-e 高蒔絵 (high-relief lacquer design) surrounding inlaid apricot blossoms 梅 (ume). The broad upper rim with a dark red lacquer finish with a silver undertone.
The recessed base bears the artist’s seal, Sanshu 三秋. Shimano Sanshu, born in Kanazawa, an area renowned for lacquer craftsmanship, Sanshu trained in lacquer arts under Tsuruta Wasaburo and maki-e lacquer under Matsuoka Kippei, as well as painting with Kishinami Ryukei. He moved to Osaka in 1904, where he created his life’s work, gaining international acclaim through exhibitions in Chicago, Paris, Belgium, and New York.
His works are characterized by a refined elegance that balances traditional motifs with innovative designs. Sanshu was a celebrated figure in Japan’s lacquer art scene, receiving numerous awards and distinctions, including being admitted to the Imperial Art Academy in 1934 and later serving as a judge for its exhibitions. His unique use of seigaiha (stylized wave patterns) and inlaid materials became hallmarks of his artistic legacy.
Dimensions:
Height: 30.5 cm, Diameter 13.5 cm.
Period: Japan – Mid-20th century (Mid-Shôwa period).
Good condition with wear, some aogai loss, and small scratches. Please refer to the photos for a clear condition reference.
In original store box 供箱 (tomobako marked with an inscription and seal: Sanshuken 三秋軒.
When shipped, we will include a certificate of authenticity.
