Monumental Japanese Polychrome Crane Vase — 74.5 cm Hand-Painted Porcelain Floor Vessel — Collector Interior Statement

Object Overview

This monumental Japanese porcelain vase is conceived as a floor-scale interior object, built to anchor a room rather than decorate a shelf.

The surface is densely worked with polychrome enamel painting, combining layered color fields, patterned grounds, and controlled linework.

A crane composition dominates the body, rendered with feather articulation and dimensional shading that reads from distance and resolves on close inspection.

Floral and scrolling motifs interlock around the cranes, creating continuous movement across the curvature of the vessel.

The neck and mouth are finished with banded ornament, framing the composition and giving the silhouette a formal, ceremonial presence.

At this height, the vase functions like an architectural column in ceramic form, designed for entryways, alcoves, and statement placements.

Cultural & Symbolic Context

In Japanese visual culture, cranes are enduring symbols of longevity, auspicious fortune, and refined celebration.

When cranes appear as a paired or relational motif within a single composition, the symbolism often extends toward harmony, continuity, and enduring bonds.

Set within floral abundance, the imagery shifts from isolated emblem to a full atmosphere of prosperity and ceremonial warmth.

For collectors, the crane motif remains legible across cultures: it signals long life and a calm, elevated spirit without requiring specialized knowledge.

Material, Form & Craft Considerations

The piece is glazed porcelain with extensive overglaze enamel decoration, requiring multiple stages of painting and firing to stabilize color and gloss.

Dense polychrome work at this scale demands planning: compositional balance must hold across the widest body diameter without visual collapse.

Brush control is visible in the feather transitions and the clean separation between patterned ground and figurative elements.

Large porcelain forms introduce firing risk at the shoulder and belly, so a stable profile and disciplined thickness are key indicators of competent studio production.

The overall effect is not a sparse motif on blank ground, but a fully saturated decorative program—an approach associated with formal display vessels.

While exact dating is not confirmed from the provided information, the decorative language aligns with late 20th-century revival studio porcelain drawing from classical Japanese ornament systems.

Period Positioning

This style is often collected as ‘revival’ decorative porcelain: it references older vocabulary while being executed for modern interior display.

The value proposition comes from scale, density of work, and symbolic clarity rather than from a single famous kiln label alone.

In practical collecting terms, a 70+ cm hand-decorated vessel belongs to the category of architectural ceramics, where transportation and presentation are part of the object’s identity.

Condition

Condition is described as excellent with no major chips, cracks, or repairs noted in the provided details.

Because large porcelain can hide small rim nicks or hairlines, image-based review remains essential—especially around the mouth, shoulder, and base edge.

No restoration papers or third-party inspection reports are included unless explicitly stated.

Dimensions & Weight

• Height: approx. 74.5 cm
• Width: approx. 45.0 cm
• Object weight: approx. 21.2 kg

Collector Context & Resonance

This vase appeals to two adjacent audiences: ceramic collectors who value dense hand-decoration, and interior designers sourcing a single dominant object to stabilize a space.

It suits formal foyers, tokonoma-inspired alcoves, hotel-style lobbies, and modern minimal rooms where one ornate piece creates intentional contrast.

Collectors who gravitate toward crane imagery—longevity, harmony, auspicious presence—will find the symbolism readable and enduring.

Because it is large and heavy, it also functions as a ‘commitment piece’: something acquired for long-term placement rather than casual rotation.

Confidence & Verification Notes

All size and weight figures are based on the provided listing specifications and may vary slightly due to measuring method.

Brand or studio references are preserved as stated; attribution should be assessed via base marks and close-up photos.

As with all secondary-market ceramics, final condition judgment should be made from images; no independent authentication is included unless explicitly stated.

Cargo Shipping & Handling Notice

Due to the final packaged weight and/or dimensional requirements of this piece, standard parcel services such as Japan Post EMS, DHL, FedEx, or UPS are not applicable. This item will be shipped via cargo or freight-based shipping methods.

This is a large, heavy porcelain floor vessel and should be packed with crate-style double-boxing, rigid base stabilization, and rim/shoulder bracing.

Estimated packaged weight: 45–60 kg.

Cargo shipments require additional preparation time to ensure proper handling, which may include custom crating, reinforced packing, coordination with domestic logistics providers, and scheduling with international freight consolidators and export brokers. As a result, estimated delivery timelines typically range from 6 to 10 weeks, depending on routing, carrier availability, and customs clearance procedures in the destination country.

Please note that actual shipping costs may differ from automated shipping calculator estimates. By default, a portion of the expected shipping cost may be reflected in the listing price. Any difference or discrepancy will be quoted separately once destination, delivery method, and handling requirements are confirmed.

We kindly ask that collectors contact us prior to purchase to request an exact, customized shipping quotation for their destination. This ensures full transparency and allows us to arrange the most appropriate, secure, and efficient shipping solution for this piece.

Thank you for your understanding and patience as we take the necessary care to deliver this work safely.

Authenticity & Stewardship

Evaluated under the Japonista Authentication Framework™:

• Material, carving, and surface-study comparison
• Iconographic and stylistic verification
• Condition and stability review (surface integrity)
• Construction assessment and handling-risk evaluation

Guaranteed 100% Authentic. Covered by the Japonista Lifetime Authenticity Warranty™.

A Note on Stewardship and Collecting

At Japonista, we approach Buddhist statues, sacred images, and ritual objects not merely as collectibles, but as cultural and spiritual artifacts deserving of respect, understanding, and careful presentation. Every piece we offer is thoughtfully examined, researched, and curated with sensitivity to its origin, meaning, and historical role.

Our role is not only to offer access to rare and meaningful objects, but to serve as responsible custodians—connecting the right works with collectors who value depth, intention, and authenticity.

Inquiries, Availability, and Private Consideration

Some sacred works may allow room for discussion, while others are held firmly due to rarity, condition, or cultural importance. All inquiries are reviewed personally and discreetly, and we welcome thoughtful questions or expressions of interest.

If you are exploring a particular theme, deity, lineage, or period—or seeking guidance in building a focused collection—our concierge team is always available to assist with quiet expertise and care.

Concierge Support & Collector Guidance

Japonista Concierge™ provides personalized assistance for collectors seeking deeper understanding, thoughtful acquisition, or long-term curation strategies. Whether your interest is devotional, scholarly, or aesthetic, we are here to help guide your journey with clarity and respect.

For select high-value or historically significant works, private reservation or structured payment arrangements may be available on a case-by-case basis. Please reach out to discuss eligibility and discreet options.

Before Proceeding

We kindly encourage collectors to review our shop policies and house guidelines, available through the links in our website footer, which outline shipping, handling, and conditions specific to vintage, sacred, and collectible works.

A Closing Note

Thank you for exploring Japonista’s collection of Buddhist statues, sacred art, and spiritual artifacts. We are honored to share these meaningful works and to help place them where they may continue to be appreciated, studied, and respected.

If you have questions or wish to explore related works, please feel free to contact Japonista Concierge™ at any time.