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Japanese Antique Large Ceramic Shrine 1860s-1920s / Object Wabi Sabi
About the Item
This is an old Japanese pottery shrine (zushi).
It was made during the Meiji and Taisho periods (1860s-1920s), and was mainly placed in gardens to enshrine deities.
The word “zushi” means a small building or box used to enshrine gods and Buddha, and has played the role of protecting objects of faith since ancient times in Japan. This work is another valuable remnant that gives form to the religious beliefs of the people of that time.
What is noteworthy is its size. It is very rare to see such a large pottery shrine, and it has a strong presence.
The roof and sides are decorated with delicate designs, especially the openwork of the “moon” on the left side and the “sun” on the right side.
These fine expressions show a reverence for nature and celestial bodies.
The chipping and weathering that has occurred over the years in some places gives the piece a unique decadent beauty.
In the modern age, it is not merely a shrine, but a piece of art that brings spiritual depth to a space.
Embodying the spirit of “wabi-sabi,” the shrine evokes a sense of serenity and sublimity and adds a gentle tension to the space. Whether outdoors or indoors, it is a sculptural presence that draws the viewer in.
Weight: 31 kg
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Our Philosophy
Objects always tell the truth.
All I can do is just to face with them sincerely and give
them deep affection as much as I can.
There is no boundary of nationalities and of eras in beauty.
But I think now is the time we choose 'Japanese style' and it
will be the best way to remind us of what we are losing
today and to question us about an essence of beauty again.
I hope that you can touch the memories which the objects here have,
feel and think of something invisible but exists undoubtedly.
- Dimensions:Height: 24.41 in (62 cm)Width: 20.08 in (51 cm)Depth: 18.9 in (48 cm)
- Style:Meiji (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1860s-1920s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Chōsei District Nagara, JP
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU10403244969522
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