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Porcelain Temple Tower Okimono by Suwa Sozan I browse these categories for related items... All Items: Antiques:Regional Art:Asian:Japanese:Porcelain: Pre 1920: item # 946698 Please refer to our stock # TCR2706 when inquiring.
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| Pierced rails surround this celadon three storied pagoda Okimono by Teishitsu Gigei-in (Member of the Japanese Imperial Art Academy) Suwa Sozan I. Stamped on the base, The tower is 9 inches (24 cm) tall and in perfect condition. There is no box. Sozan (1852-1922) was born in Kutani country, present day Ishikawa prefecture, where he initially studied before moving to Tokyo in 1875. Over the next 25 years he would gravitate between Tokyo and Kanazawa, working at various kilns and research facilities. He again relocated, this time to Kyoto in 1900 to manage the Kinkozan Studio. His name became synonymous with celadon and refined porcelain. He was succeeded by his adopted daughter upon his death. He is held in the Kyoto National Museum among many others. | ||||||||||||
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