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Japanese Glass342 of 531Ryukyu Glass vase with appendageJapanese glass pitcher maker unknown
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    Posted 9 years ago

    racer4four
    (586 items)

    I have found it tricky to photograph this Kurata bowl/ashtray.
    Believe me it is much better than I can show!
    It has an interesting decor and that Japanese way of incorporating bold with subtle.

    Made with black glass, blue cased interior and then a clear case over that.
    The exterior of the clear case has been given a gorgeous mother of pearl finish, almost an oil slick look.
    As you can see the finish has not been applied on the external ribs so the black glass shows through.

    I am constantly surprised at the work that has come from Kurata.
    The designers and artisans there were clearly given a degree of freedom to create that has resulted in such a skilful and varied output.

    Diameter: 20cm (8in)

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    Comments

    1. vetraio50 vetraio50, 9 years ago
      That really is an interesting series of techniques !!!!
      It's got an enamel look to it: the ribs/bands ... the turquoise interior ...
    2. Caperkid, 9 years ago
      Love its design.
    3. racer4four racer4four, 9 years ago
      It does look like an enamel piece doesn't it Kevin! Thanks.

      Ta Capering one.
    4. Gruff Gruff, 9 years ago
      Nice
      That's great you have the box for this. I see that a lot.
      I guess Ash trays were big back in the 50s and 60s, but I don't see many anymore
    5. Gruff Gruff, 9 years ago
      1960s I see
    6. racer4four racer4four, 9 years ago
      Thanks for dropping by and commenting Gruff.
      I am a bit blahh about the idea of ashtrays....we normally call them bowls these days LOL!
    7. Gruff Gruff, 9 years ago
      My pleasure.
      Ashtrays are faux pa these days.Certainly not back then.
    8. SEAN68 SEAN68, 9 years ago
      stunning!!
    9. NevadaBlades, 9 years ago
      BOLD AND BEAUTIFUL
    10. racer4four racer4four, 9 years ago
      NB thanks for enjoying my glass.
      You have probably worked out Japanese glass is my thing, and Kurata are a big favourite.
    11. NevadaBlades, 9 years ago
      You have so many beautiful pieces, not only Japanese but EVERYTHING! And your pictures, too, BEAUTIFUL!
    12. racer4four racer4four, 9 years ago
      Thanks Nevada, I appreciate your comment.

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