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Masterpiece Japanese Totai Shippo Sugar Bowl. Cloisonne Tree Bark, with Dragon. Circa 1890. Signed.
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Masterpiece Japanese Totai Shippo Sugar Bowl. Cloisonne Tree Bark, with Dragon. Circa 1890. Signed.

19th century
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Rare Masterpiece Japanese Totai Shippo Sugar Bowl. Cloisonne Tree Bark, with Dragon. Circa 1890. Signed (underside of base).

The creativity and artwork is superlative, and of the highest artisan quality. Extremely rare. Finely rendered in the Totai Shippo technique on porcelain. Superbly decorated with an extremely fine Dragon rendition.

An extremely difficult process with superb workmanship and superb rich colours and beautiful contrast. The underside in original black lacquer (and signed).

Condition: Urushi lacquer work and porcelain in excellent condition. Please note the lid is missing.

[Display stand not included].

* Sake Teapot and Vase by same maker also for sale.

Dimensions:

Height = 10 cm

Width across handles = 12.5 cm

**Totai shippo, meaning "body cloisonné," is a Japanese ceramic technique where urushi lacquer cloisonne decoration is applied to a ceramic or porcelain base. This difficult technique was developed around 1868 by Sukamoto Kaisuke. Totai shippo or “Tree-bark” cloisonne is relatively fragile due to the delicate multi-layering and surfacing technique.

Physical Dimensions
Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
12.5cm (4.92")
Depth
12.5cm (4.92")
Declaration

Dragoncharger Antiques has dated this Japanese Totai Shippo Urn to the 1890s.

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SA1158786
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D:09081
Description
Rare Masterpiece Japanese Totai Shippo Sugar Bowl. Cloisonne Tree Bark, with Dragon. Circa 1890. Signed (underside of base).

The creativity and artwork is superlative, and of the highest artisan quality. Extremely rare. Finely rendered in the Totai Shippo technique on porcelain. Superbly decorated with an extremely fine Dragon rendition.

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An extremely difficult process with superb workmanship and superb rich colours and beautiful contrast.
Dragoncharger Antiques

The underside in original black lacquer (and signed).

fig 1. A Japanese Totai Shippo earthenware urn featuring a dark brown textured tree bark finish, two loop handles, and a green and red enamelled dragon motif set on a carved dark wood base.
fig 1. Masterpiece Japanese Totai Shippo Sugar Bowl. Cloisonne Tree Bark, with Dragon. Circa 1890. Signed.

Condition: Urushi lacquer work and porcelain in excellent condition. Please note the lid is missing.

[Display stand not included].

Sake Teapot and Vase by same maker also for sale.

Dimensions:

Height = 10 cm

fig 2. A Japanese Totai Shippo earthenware urn featuring a dark brown textured tree bark finish, two loop handles, and a green and red enamelled dragon motif set on a carved dark wood base.
fig 2. Masterpiece Japanese Totai Shippo Sugar Bowl. Cloisonne Tree Bark, with Dragon. Circa 1890. Signed.

Width across handles = 12.5 cm

Totai shippo, meaning "body cloisonné," is a Japanese ceramic technique where urushi lacquer cloisonne decoration is applied to a ceramic or porcelain base. This difficult technique was developed around 1868 by Sukamoto Kaisuke. Totai shippo or “Tree-bark” cloisonne is relatively fragile due to the delicate multi-layering and surfacing technique.

Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
12.5cm (4.92")
Depth
12.5cm (4.92")
Date of Manufacture

Dragoncharger Antiques has dated this Japanese Totai Shippo Urn to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1158786
Dealers Internal Ref
D:09081
Dragoncharger Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2024

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Archive I A Japanese Totai Shippo earthenware urn featuring a dark brown textured tree bark finish, two loop handles, and a green and red enamelled dragon motif set on a carved dark wood base.

Masterpiece Japanese Totai Shippo Sugar Bowl. Cloisonne Tree Bark, with Dragon. Circa 1890. Signed.

Archive II A Japanese Totai Shippo earthenware urn featuring a dark brown textured tree bark finish, two loop handles, and a green and red enamelled dragon motif set on a carved dark wood base. View II
Archive III A Japanese Totai Shippo earthenware urn featuring a dark brown textured tree bark finish, two loop handles, and a green and red enamelled dragon motif set on a carved dark wood base. View III
Archive IV A Japanese Totai Shippo earthenware urn featuring a dark brown textured tree bark finish, two loop handles, and a green and red enamelled dragon motif set on a carved dark wood base. View IV
Archive V A Japanese Totai Shippo earthenware urn featuring a dark brown textured tree bark finish, two loop handles, and a green and red enamelled dragon motif set on a carved dark wood base. View V
Archive VI A Japanese Totai Shippo earthenware urn featuring a dark brown textured tree bark finish, two loop handles, and a green and red enamelled dragon motif set on a carved dark wood base. View VI
Archive VII A Japanese Totai Shippo earthenware urn featuring a dark brown textured tree bark finish, two loop handles, and a green and red enamelled dragon motif set on a carved dark wood base. View VII
Archive VIII A Japanese Totai Shippo earthenware urn featuring a dark brown textured tree bark finish, two loop handles, and a green and red enamelled dragon motif set on a carved dark wood base. View VIII
Archive IX A Japanese Totai Shippo earthenware urn featuring a dark brown textured tree bark finish, two loop handles, and a green and red enamelled dragon motif set on a carved dark wood base. View IX
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A Japanese Totai Shippo earthenware urn featuring a dark brown textured tree bark finish, two loop handles, and a green and red enamelled dragon motif set on a carved dark wood base.
Masterpiece Japanese Totai Shippo Sugar Bowl. Cloisonne Tree Bark, with Dragon. Circa 1890. Signed.
Ref: SA1158786
A Japanese Totai Shippo earthenware urn featuring a dark brown textured tree bark finish, two loop handles, and a green and red enamelled dragon motif set on a carved dark wood base.
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Totai Shippo is a specialised Japanese craft developed during the Meiji period in the late 19th century. Unlike standard cloisonne which uses a metal substrate, Totai Shippo applies metal wire cloisons and vitreous enamels directly onto a ceramic or earthenware body, frequently incorporating a distinctive textured tree-bark background.

The base object is moulded from ceramic or earthenware, onto which delicate brass or silver wires are applied to form design outlines. Colored enamels fill the wired cells, and the piece undergoes firing before the exposed ceramic background is textured and finished to resemble natural tree bark or wood grain.

Authentic pieces feature delicate metal wiring attached to a ceramic core rather than solid metal, visible under close inspection at exposed rims or bases. Look for characteristic bark-like surfaces, complex enamel decoration, and occasional impressed or painted maker marks on the underside.

Place Totai Shippo items on a sideboard, display shelf, or mantelpiece where light highlights the contrast between the matte textured bark and glossy enamels. Grouping with dark hardwood furniture, minimalist modern ceramics, or brass objects creates a balanced display.

Keep ceramic cloisonne dry and clean using a soft, lint-free microfibre cloth or soft brush to clear dust from textured areas. Avoid immersion in water, chemical cleaners, or rapid temperature changes, as moisture can compromise the bond between the ceramic base and enamel layers.
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