Toshikane Porcelain Brooch — Pink Blossoms on Black Ground (Showa era, mid-20th century)

This Toshikane porcelain brooch, with pink blossoms rising in relief against a deep black ground, exemplifies the exceptional craftsmanship that made Toshikane famous. Originating from Arita, Toshikane pieces are not merely hand-painted—they often incorporate raised porcelain reliefs and multi-stage glaze work to achieve vivid colors and intricate texture. This brooch’s blossoms are built up in tiny relief, giving depth to petals in a way few decorative objects achieve.

Details

• Era: Showa era, mid-20th century (circa 1950s-1960s)
• Maker / Brand: Toshikane (有田焼トシカネ)
• Technique / Materials: Raised porcelain relief & overglaze enamels; multiple firings to build depth; deep matte black ground to contrast blossoms
• Motif / Design Accent: Pink blossoms on black ground

Curated by je et nous — Nara, Japan. Part of the je et nous collection, celebrating Showa-era craftsmanship where even small brooches become feats of art and technique.