Covered bottle with butterflies by Namikawa Yasuyuki

Covered bottle with butterflies c. 1900

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This intricately decorated bottle, crafted by renowned Japanese artist Namikawa Yasuyuki around 1900, exemplifies the artistry of cloisonné, a technique where metal wires are used to create compartments that are then filled with enamel. The bottle, featuring an ovoid shape, is adorned with a vibrant palette of colors, showcasing a delicate floral motif with butterflies, showcasing the artist's mastery of this traditional Japanese craft. The piece is now housed in the Minneapolis Institute of Art, a testament to the enduring beauty and skilled craftsmanship of Japanese art.

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Historically enameling was only used in Japan for architectural fittings and the use for sword fittings, for example, did not come up until the 16th century. Operating a studio and teaching students, the former samurai Kaji Tsunekichi (1803–1883) is credited with initiating the renewed interest in enameling in the mid-19th century. The city of Nagoya became the center of cloisonné-manufacturing and one of the companies there, the Nagoya Cloisonné Company, won a first prize at the Vienna Exhibition of 1873. Namikawa Yasuyuki was one of the foremost artists and he collaborated with the German chemist Gottfried Wagener (1831–1892) to develop new techniques. Namikawa’s characteristic is the intricate wirework and exceptional attention to detail.