Vintage Japanese White-Glazed Ceramic Ox Okimono with Tomobako, Nabeshima Goyougama, Showa Era | SKU: 26J-0422

Vintage Japanese White-Glazed Ceramic Ox Okimono with Tomobako, Nabeshima Goyougama, Showa Era | SKU: 26J-0422

A finely modeled white-glazed ceramic ox okimono, presented with its wooden tomobako and associated with Nabeshima Goyougama (鍋島御用窯).

This Japanese ceramic okimono depicts an ox resting in a calm recumbent pose, its legs tucked neatly beneath the body and its head turned slightly to the side. The glossy white glaze gives the figure a clean, luminous surface, while the sculpted details of the horns, ears, shoulders, and folded limbs provide gentle definition. Small dark eyes create a quiet focal point against the otherwise monochrome body. The underside bears impressed marks, and the accompanying wooden tomobako is brush-inscribed with large characters reading Ushi Okimono (牛置物). Per the kiln attribution provided, this piece is cataloged as Nabeshima Goyougama (鍋島御用窯).

Well suited for display in a tokonoma, on a shelf, or as part of a collection of Japanese ceramics, this ox combines a serene animal subject with the elegance of white-glazed porcelain or ceramic work. Its substantial horizontal form makes it an appealing decorative accent in both traditional and modern interiors, and the original storage box adds to its presentation and collectibility.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: Showa era
• Material: White-glazed ceramic or porcelain; wooden tomobako storage box
• Use: Decorative ox okimono; display ornament
• Modern Use: Tokonoma display, shelf accent, ceramic collection, or gift for collectors of Japanese animal figures
• Features: Reclining ox form; glossy white glaze; sculpted horns, ears, and folded legs; dark inset or painted eyes; impressed marks to underside; included tomobako inscribed with 牛置物; cataloged with Nabeshima Goyougama (鍋島御用窯)
• Dimensions: 11"W x 6"D x 5 1/2"H
• Condition: Good vintage condition; light age-related wear from use and storage

A graceful vintage Japanese ox okimono with bright white glaze and classic display presence, complete with its signed storage box.

We use professional studio lighting to highlight the natural character of the wood. As a result, the tone may appear slightly warmer than under natural daylight.

All vintage items are sold as-is. Each piece may exhibit signs of age, including scratches, wear, or minor imperfections. These are not considered defects but natural evidence of the item’s authenticity and age.