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This Pair of 17” tall Japanese Showa Period Kutani Bird Statues are in excellent condition. NO chips, cracks, color problems etc. Very hard to find one let at least a pair of these birds. The base measures 8 ½” x 5 ½”. These are not common and will certainly add to any oriental collection.
A little history: Items sold as Kutani also know as Kang-style wares, are from the 19th century. The colors used include a brownish red, muddy yellow and intense green, on a greyish ground. Many different porcelain products were made, mostly for western market, including tea and coffee sets, dishes, bowls, incense burners and decorative items.
The Shōwa era is named after the reigning Emperor of the time: Hirohito, whose regnal name or "元号 (gengō )" was Shōwa. He occupied the throne from his ascension in November 1928 up until his death in 1989, marking the longest reign of the modern Japanese Emperors since the Meiji Restoration.
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Shipping: Domestic: Free shipping to anywhere within the contiguous U.S. International: Foreign shipping rates are determined by destination. International shipping may be subject to VAT. Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding. Location: This item ships from Texas
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
A little history: Items sold as Kutani also know as Kang-style wares, are from the 19th century. The colors used include a brownish red, muddy yellow and intense green, on a greyish ground. Many different porcelain products were made, mostly for western market, including tea and coffee sets, dishes, bowls, incense burners and decorative items.
The Shōwa era is named after the reigning Emperor of the time: Hirohito, whose regnal name or "元号 (gengō )" was Shōwa. He occupied the throne from his ascension in November 1928 up until his death in 1989, marking the longest reign of the modern Japanese Emperors since the Meiji Restoration.
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Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
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Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
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Pair of 17” tall Japanese Showa Period Kutani Bird Statues
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