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Ninsei-style Incense Burner with Flowers of the Four Seasons

Workshop of Nonomura Ninsei Japanese
17th century
Not on view
Nonomura Ninsei (active ca. 1646–94), the best-known Kyoto ceramicist, perfected the use of overglaze enamels—like those decorating the surface of this incense burner, which may originally have functioned as a handwarmer. Nonomura established his kiln in 1647. He made his name through excellent throwing skills and colorful designs favored by the elite. This work is embellished with flowering plum, cherry, chrysanthemum, and bamboo to capture the four seasons.

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Object Information
  • 野々村仁清様式　色絵四季花文香炉
  • Title: Ninsei-style Incense Burner with Flowers of the Four Seasons
  • Artist: Workshop of Nonomura Ninsei (Japanese, active ca. 1646–94)
  • Period: Edo period (1615–1868)
  • Date: 17th century
  • Culture: Japan
  • Medium: Stoneware with polychrome overglaze enamels and gold; openwork gilt-bronze cover (Kyoto ware)
  • Dimensions: H. 6 3/4 in. (17.1 cm); W. 7 1/4 in. (18.4 cm); D. 7 1/4 in. (18.4 cm)
  • Classification: Ceramics
  • Credit Line: H. O. Havemeyer Collection, Bequest of Mrs. H. O. Havemeyer, 1929
  • Object Number: 29.100.668
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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