Early 20th Century Japanese Kunatiware Painted Porcelain Vase. Japanese Kutani ware porcelain vase, likely from the Meiji or Taisho era, featuring a figural scene of a woman and child framed by a vibrant "iron-red" (aka-e) palette and intricate gold-gilt highlights. Marked on base.

Size: 5 1/2 x 5 1/2 x 12 1/2 in.

Kutani ware is a style of Japanese porcelain that originated in the 17th century in the Kutani region of Ishikawa Prefecture during the early Edo period. Known for its bold use of color—especially deep greens, yellows, purples, reds, and blues—Kutani pieces often feature elaborate designs such as landscapes, birds, flowers, and scenes from folklore, painted over a glazed surface. Early Kutani ware is particularly prized for its expressive brushwork and rich enamel decoration, reflecting both local artistic traditions and broader influences within Japanese ceramics.

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