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Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Vase
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Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Vase

19th century
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A large and decorative Late 19th Century Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Vase, the overall decoration of courtiers and samurai a riot of colour. The whole in a traditional Satsuma palette heightened with gilding, this now, after almost 140 years, rather tired and distressed in places, notably on the handles and rims of the piece. Unmarked.

Height ~40.00 cm. / 15.75 inches ~ With ~ 24.00 cm. / 9.45 inches ~ Depth ~ 24.00 cm. / 9.45 inches ~ Year ~ Circa 1885

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Physical Dimensions
Height
40cm (15.75")
Width
24cm (9.45")
Depth
24cm (9.45")
Declaration

Applecross Antiques has dated this Japanese Satsuma Ceramic Vase to the 1880s.

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SA1064767
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AJMPSV-XX
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Description
A large and decorative Late 19th Century Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Vase, the overall decoration of courtiers and samurai a riot of colour.
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The whole in a traditional Satsuma palette heightened with gilding, this now, after almost 140 years, rather tired and distressed in places, notably on the handles and rims of the piece.
Applecross Antiques

Unmarked.

fig 1. A Japanese Meiji period Satsuma earthenware vase decorated with hand-painted figures, bamboo-shaped handles, and gold gilding on a crackle glaze background.
fig 1. Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Vase

Height ~40.00 cm. / 15.75 inches ~ With ~ 24.00 cm. / 9.45 inches ~ Depth ~ 24.00 cm. / 9.45 inches ~ Year ~ Circa 1885

Love This Item ? ~ Why Not Make Us An Offer ?

Our Warranty:- Buy it, enjoy it and take good care of it, subject only to these conditions, we undertake to accept this item back at any time and to credit the original purchase price against further purchases.

Just one of the thousands of warranted antiques ~ vintage collectables ~ catalogues and antiques reference works for sale at our main website ~ https://www.applecrossantiques.com

Height
40cm (15.75")
Width
24cm (9.45")
Depth
24cm (9.45")
Date of Manufacture

Applecross Antiques has dated this Japanese Satsuma Ceramic Vase to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1064767
Dealers Internal Ref
AJMPSV-XX
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Archive I A Japanese Meiji period Satsuma earthenware vase decorated with hand-painted figures, bamboo-shaped handles, and gold gilding on a crackle glaze background.

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Vase

Archive II A Japanese Meiji period Satsuma earthenware vase decorated with hand-painted figures, bamboo-shaped handles, and gold gilding on a crackle glaze background. View II
Archive III A Japanese Meiji period Satsuma earthenware vase decorated with hand-painted figures, bamboo-shaped handles, and gold gilding on a crackle glaze background. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for A Japanese Meiji period Satsuma earthenware vase decorated with hand-painted figures, bamboo-shaped handles, and gold gilding on a crackle glaze background.
Archive V A Japanese Meiji period Satsuma earthenware vase decorated with hand-painted figures, bamboo-shaped handles, and gold gilding on a crackle glaze background. View V
Archive VI A Japanese Meiji period Satsuma earthenware vase decorated with hand-painted figures, bamboo-shaped handles, and gold gilding on a crackle glaze background. View VI
Archive VII A Japanese Meiji period Satsuma earthenware vase decorated with hand-painted figures, bamboo-shaped handles, and gold gilding on a crackle glaze background. View VII
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A Japanese Meiji period Satsuma earthenware vase decorated with hand-painted figures, bamboo-shaped handles, and gold gilding on a crackle glaze background.
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Vase
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A Japanese Meiji period Satsuma earthenware vase decorated with hand-painted figures, bamboo-shaped handles, and gold gilding on a crackle glaze background.
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  • ObjectVases & Urns
  • Period19th century
  • StyleMeiji Period
  • MaterialEarthenware, Enamel, Gilt
  • ColourGold and Cream
  • MotifsBamboo handles, Crackle glaze, Figural panel decoration, Gilt ornamentation
  • SizeH 40 cm (16 in) x W 24 cm (9 in) x D 24 cm (9 in)

This earthenware vase originates from the Meiji period around 1880, executed in the traditional Satsuma style. The body displays a cream crackle glaze background covered with hand-painted figural panel decoration depicting courtiers and samurai in tones of red, blue, and black. Gilt ornamentation and gold highlights accent the design, paired with bamboo-shaped handles. Age-related wear appears on the handles and rims, where the finish is tired and distressed, and the piece carries no maker marks. Measuring 40 cm high, 24 cm wide, and 24 cm deep, the item functions as a decorative vessel for a gentleman's library. Placed on a sideboard top, it provides a colourful focal point in a traditional interior setting.

FAQs

Satsuma ware originated in the Satsuma province of southern Kyushu during the late sixteenth century. By the Meiji period, production expanded significantly to cater to Western trade, featuring intricate hand-painted enamels, gilding, and figurative compositions.

Satsuma ceramics are formed from low-fired earthenware featuring a ivory-toned glaze with fine surface crackle. Decoration is applied using multi-coloured overglaze enamels and gold leaf or paint, often featuring relief detailing.

Authentic pieces display a distinct yellowish or cream ground with uniform micro-crackling throughout the glaze. Look for hand-painted detail in the enamel work, detailed gold ornamentation, and historic maker marks or signatures on the base.

These decorative vessels function well as statement pieces on sideboards, mantelpieces, or inside display cabinets. The rich polychrome palette and gilded accents complement both traditional interiors and minimalist contemporary schemes.

Dust gently using a soft, dry microfibre cloth or dry brush. Avoid submerging earthenware in water or using abrasive liquid cleansers, as moisture can penetrate the crackle glaze and damage overglaze gilding.
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