Figurine
1670-1690 (made)
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This figure of a woman is an example of so-called Kakiemon-style ware, which is typified by the use of bright enamel colours on a fine white porcelain body. The name Kakiemon derives from the family of decorators reputed to have introduced the techniques of overglaze enamelling to Arita in western Japan in the 1640s. Kakiemon-style wares, especially figures of this kind, were the costliest and most sought after of all Japanese ceramics exported to Europe. The figure is one of a pair.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Porcelain decorated in overglaze enamels and gilt |
| Brief description | Figure of a woman, porcelain painted in overglaze enamels and gilt; Japan, Arita kilns (Kakiemon type), Edo period, 1670-1690 |
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| Credit line | Purchased with Art Fund support and assistance from the Murray Bequest and the Horn Bequest |
| Object history | Date given as 1670-1690 in Porcelain for Palaces, no. 166; date on label in Toshiba Gallery given as 'about 1675-1700' as at February 2009 |
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| Summary | This figure of a woman is an example of so-called Kakiemon-style ware, which is typified by the use of bright enamel colours on a fine white porcelain body. The name Kakiemon derives from the family of decorators reputed to have introduced the techniques of overglaze enamelling to Arita in western Japan in the 1640s. Kakiemon-style wares, especially figures of this kind, were the costliest and most sought after of all Japanese ceramics exported to Europe. The figure is one of a pair. |
| Bibliographic reference | Ayers, J., Impey, O. and Mallet, J.V.G., Porcelain for Palaces : The Fashion for Japan in Europe, 1650-1750, London : Oriental Ceramic Society, 1990 |
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| Accession number | FE.34-1980 |
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| Record created | February 18, 2009 |
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