July Gallery Auction
Lot 29105:
Description
This Japanese porcelain set consists of a hand-painted cup and an elongated, lobed saucer tray. The set is decorated in the Aka-e style, utilizing a palette of iron red and black overglaze enamels against a white porcelain ground. The central motif depicts traditional Japanese figures, or bijin, situated within a landscape of stylized pine trees and vegetation. The saucer tray features a distinctive asymmetrical, scalloped form with a recessed circular well to hold the cup and a small molded projection on the underside for stability. Both pieces are marked on the base with hand-painted red characters reading Mikawachi (三川内), indicating production at the Mikawachi kilns, which are historically associated with Hirado ware. The cup features similar markings on the base with an additional small character below the primary kiln mark.
Saucer length: 8.5 inches. Pickup is Friday, July 31, from Noon to 7 pm at our facility in Lancaster, OH. Alternate pickup day is available by appointment for a $5 fee per lot or we will provide in-house shipping for this item. If shipping – once packed up we will send you a separate invoice for shipping & handling. Shipping questions: [email protected]. Sales tax collected on this auction. Our warehouse is in Lancaster, OH. If not shipping – pickup in 10 days or we will dispose and you will not receive a refund. AB99
Condition report:
The set is in fair to good condition. There is a significant, visible chip on the rim of the cup. Minor wear is present on the overglaze enamel decoration. The base of the saucer tray shows some kiln grit and light surface soiling consistent with age and use.
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