Japanese Decorated Porcelain Vase by Makuzu Kozan

Cherries, enough to fool the birds, on a pure white ground.

This decorated porcelain vase was made in Japan in the late 19th or early 20th century. Painted porcelain with fruit and foliage is commonly associated with Japanese ceramics of the period. The tall, slim body narrows to a small mouth and a short lip. Round orange-red cherries hang among large blue leaves painted in cobalt, wrapping most of the surface. The glaze is clean and white.

About 6 inches tall. A small vase with a strong summer. Perfect with a window behind it.