{"product_id":"hirado-porcelain-recumbent-horse-figurine-mikawachi-kilns-japanese-white-glazed-sculpture-late-edo-to-meiji-period","title":"Hirado porcelain recumbent horse figurine, Mikawachi kilns Japanese white glazed sculpture, late Edo to Meiji period","description":"A finely modelled Hirado porcelain horse, produced at the Mikawachi kilns in Hizen Province during the late Edo to early Meiji period, c.1850-1880. The horse rests in a calm, attentive pose, its form hollow-cast in exceptionally smooth white porcelain and finished with the classic bluish-white translucent Hirado glaze.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nDelicate incised detail defines the mane, tail, and subtle musculature, while the eyes and nostrils are lightly touched with iron-brown pigment beneath the glaze — a signature feature of Hirado animal figures. The overall effect is gentle and contemplative, giving the piece a quiet sculptural presence that works beautifully in both traditional and modern interiors.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn Japanese culture the horse (uma) was regarded as a sacred messenger and symbol of loyalty and noble spirit, making this a meaningful piece for collectors of Japanese decorative arts, wabi-sabi interiors, and those who appreciate refined, understated ceramics.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMeasurements\u003cbr\u003e\nHeight: 13 cm \/ 5.12″\u003cbr\u003e\nWidth (nose to tail): 15.5 cm \/ 6.10″\u003cbr\u003e\nDepth: 9 cm \/ 3.54″\u003cbr\u003e\nWeight: 218 g\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition\u003cbr\u003e\nOne professional restoration to the right foreleg, carried out to a high standard and barely noticeable when displayed. A small, stable hairline is present at the right haunch joint, common in hollow Hirado porcelain figures; it is secure and does not affect the piece structurally. Otherwise excellent condition, with a clean, even glaze and finely preserved sculptural detail. A beautifully presented example overall.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nShipping \u0026amp; Packaging\u003cbr\u003e\nFully tracked and insured delivery.\u003cbr\u003e\nSecure, professional packaging for safe transit.\u003cbr\u003e\nCustoms paperwork provided where required.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease review all photographs as they form part of the description, and feel free to ask any questions.\u003cbr\u003e\n","brand":"Gillers Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62882469478730,"sku":"B1487","price":900.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/5351\/6106\/files\/il_fullxfull.7417992621_cmnc.jpg?v=1785896549","url":"https:\/\/gillersantiques.com\/products\/hirado-porcelain-recumbent-horse-figurine-mikawachi-kilns-japanese-white-glazed-sculpture-late-edo-to-meiji-period","provider":"Gillers Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}