Antique Japanese Kutani Tripod Censer by Meizan, Hand Painted Gilt Kaga Ware

Exquisitely hand-painted antique Japanese Kutani censer featuring detailed figural and floral motifs in gold and iron red. This rare tripod-footed vessel is crafted in the traditional Kaga region style, with elaborate imagery of immortals on one side and a phoenix among chrysanthemums on the other. Lavishly decorated in moriage and gilt accents, this piece is signed underneath with the Kutani workshop mark “Made by Matsubara, Painted by Meizan” (松原製 明山画), a noted Kutani artist from the early 20th century. A striking and refined example of Meiji to early Showa period Japanese porcelain.

Details:

Maker: Matsubara kiln

Artist: Meizan (明山)

Era: Late Meiji to early Showa period (c. 1900–1930s)

Region: Kaga Province (Kutani ware)

Material: Porcelain with hand-painted gold and enamel decoration

Features: Tripod feet, twin upright handles, detailed gilt figural and phoenix scenes

Height: 13 cm

Condition: Excellent antique condition – no chips, cracks, or repairs observed

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