Toshikane porcelain necklace with yellow blossoms (Showa era)

This Toshikane porcelain pendant, with raised yellow blossoms set against a deep black oval ground, showcases the exceptional craftsmanship of mid-Shōwa Japan. Unlike simple hand-painting, the raised porcelain relief and subtle enamel glazing create a texture that plays with light and shadow, giving the blossoms a sense of life. Worn as jewelry, it becomes more than adornment—it becomes a miniature example of artistry, where tradition and elegance meet in wearable form.

Details

  • Era: Showa era, circa 1950s-1960s
  • Maker / Brand: Toshikane (有田焼トシカネ)
  • Technique / Materials: Raised porcelain relief and enamel glaze; silver-tone metal chain and setting
  • Motif / Design Accent: Yellow blossoms on black oval pendant, framed by a gold-tone rim

Curated by je et nous Annex — Nara, Japan. Part of the je et nous Annex Collection, presenting Showa-era craftsmanship where even necklaces carry beauty in miniature form.