Dishoji Imari Bowl

In 1867, the year of the Restoration of Imperial Rule, the Daishoji Domain, a branch of the Kaga Domain, invited the Kyoto potter Eiraku Wazen to create what is now known as Daishoji ware.

The term “Daishoji Imari” refers to a style of Kutani ware produced mainly during the early Meiji to Taisho eras (or possibly the early Showa period) that imitates the sometsuke designs of the ancient Imari ware from the Genroku period. While Daishoji Imari is fundamentally a type of Kutani ware, it has evolved through the imitation and refinement of Imari ware, resulting in its beauty.

The techniques involved in crafting Daishoji Imari are intricate and demonstrate a high level of skill, which has led to comparisons with authentic Imari ware. The colorful paintings on Daishoji Imari are delicately applied, and the generous use of gold accents enhances the design without overwhelming it, maintaining a calm radiance that speaks to its elegance.

Additionally, the inscription on the back, “富貴長春,” is a phrase used from the early to the late Edo period. This auspicious expression of Chinese origin conveys good fortune and prosperity: “富貴” signifies abundance and a high social status, while “長春” means health and a long, vibrant life.

Size 　Φ15cm (5.9 inc) × H5cm (2inc)