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Charming Japanese Okimono Mandarin Ducks - Makuzu Kozan II
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Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art

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Charming Japanese Okimono Mandarin Ducks - Makuzu Kozan II

1900 - 1920
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As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this most charming late Meiji (1868-1912)  Taisho period (1912-1926) , ceramic study of Mandarin ducks from the studio of the highly regarded imperial artist Miyagawa Makuzu Kozan (1842-1916) on this occasion likely to be Kozan II (1859-1940).The highly skilled artist has crafted a captivating study of a pair of Mandarin ducks with the male presiding over the female who is resting upon a rocky outcrop. The birds incredibly well painted in vibrant colours in such a lifelike detail then highly fired in the kiln, the underside stamped with the oval Kozan seal. A rare and most enchanting okimono from one of the leading Imperial studios of the period, these birds would grace any serious Japanese ceramics collection.

Literature : 

The oval impressed seal is referenced in the index of signatures page 237 in the Sir Nasser D Khalili Collections Ceramics I, as being used after 1910 and into the 1920's period.

Provenance : 

Private USA Collection.

Condition report :

Fine condition throughout.

Approximate Sizes :

Depth :  4 1/4"  11 cm

Height :  4 3/4" 12 cm

Length : 6 7/8" 17 cm

Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item.  EP84

Physical Dimensions
Height
12cm (4.72")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Declaration

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated these Japanese Okimono Mandarin Ducks to the 1910s.

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SA1201553
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Available during usual business hours 7 days a week by prior appointment only.

Available out of hours for general enquiries : sales@stagsheadantiques.com or steve@steveslyjapaneseart.com

Tel 07774-635918

Description
As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this most charming late Meiji (1868-1912)  Taisho period (1912-1926) , ceramic study of Mandarin ducks from the studio of the highly regarded imperial artist Miyagawa Makuzu Kozan (1842-1916) on this occasion likely to be Kozan II (1859-1940).
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The highly skilled artist has crafted a captivating study of a pair of Mandarin ducks with the male presiding over the female who is resting upon a rocky outcrop.
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art

The birds incredibly well painted in vibrant colours in such a lifelike detail then highly fired in the kiln, the underside stamped with the oval Kozan seal. A rare and most enchanting okimono from one of the leading Imperial studios of the period, these birds would grace any serious Japanese ceramics collection.

fig 1. A Japanese porcelain sculpture depicting a pair of Mandarin ducks with detailed polychrome enamel feathers and gilt accents set on a dark textured base.
fig 1. Charming Japanese Okimono Mandarin Ducks - Makuzu Kozan II

Literature : 

The oval impressed seal is referenced in the index of signatures page 237 in the Sir Nasser D Khalili Collections Ceramics I, as being used after 1910 and into the 1920's period.

Provenance : 

fig 2. A Japanese porcelain sculpture depicting a pair of Mandarin ducks with detailed polychrome enamel feathers and gilt accents set on a dark textured base.
fig 2. Charming Japanese Okimono Mandarin Ducks - Makuzu Kozan II

Private USA Collection.

Condition report :

Fine condition throughout.

Approximate Sizes :

Depth :  4 1/4"  11 cm

Height :  4 3/4" 12 cm

Length : 6 7/8" 17 cm

Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item.  EP84

Height
12cm (4.72")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Date of Manufacture

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated these Japanese Okimono Mandarin Ducks to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1201553
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2012

Specialists in japanese works of art from the meiji period 1868-1912

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art Profile Page

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Archive I A Japanese porcelain sculpture depicting a pair of Mandarin ducks with detailed polychrome enamel feathers and gilt accents set on a dark textured base.

Charming Japanese Okimono Mandarin Ducks - Makuzu Kozan II

Archive II A Japanese porcelain sculpture depicting a pair of Mandarin ducks with detailed polychrome enamel feathers and gilt accents set on a dark textured base. View II
Archive III A Japanese porcelain sculpture depicting a pair of Mandarin ducks with detailed polychrome enamel feathers and gilt accents set on a dark textured base. View III
Archive IV A Japanese porcelain sculpture depicting a pair of Mandarin ducks with detailed polychrome enamel feathers and gilt accents set on a dark textured base. View IV
Archive V A Japanese porcelain sculpture depicting a pair of Mandarin ducks with detailed polychrome enamel feathers and gilt accents set on a dark textured base. View V
Archive VI A Japanese porcelain sculpture depicting a pair of Mandarin ducks with detailed polychrome enamel feathers and gilt accents set on a dark textured base. View VI
Archive VII A Japanese porcelain sculpture depicting a pair of Mandarin ducks with detailed polychrome enamel feathers and gilt accents set on a dark textured base. View VII
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A Japanese porcelain sculpture depicting a pair of Mandarin ducks with detailed polychrome enamel feathers and gilt accents set on a dark textured base.
Charming Japanese Okimono Mandarin Ducks - Makuzu Kozan II
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A Japanese porcelain sculpture depicting a pair of Mandarin ducks with detailed polychrome enamel feathers and gilt accents set on a dark textured base.
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An okimono is a decorative Japanese sculpture intended for display in an alcove or on a table surface, frequently depicting animals, botanical motifs, or scenes from daily life.

Meiji period ceramic okimono were typically crafted from porcelain or fine earthenware, decorated using overglaze polychrome enamels, and finished with burnished gold leaf or liquid gold highlights.

Authentic pieces often feature impressed or painted artist marks on the base, highly detailed brushwork in the enamelling, and subtle wear to the gilded areas consistent with age.

A ceramic okimono can be styled as a focal decorative object on a mantelpiece, side table, or curated display shelf alongside natural wood or stone elements.

Clean antique porcelain figurines gently using a soft, dry brush to remove dust, avoiding water or chemical cleaning agents that could degrade delicate overglaze enamel and gilding.
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