As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this rare Meiji Period (1868-1912) porcelain panel, unusually painted by a Satsuma artist working at the Rotakudo studio in Tokyo. The large scale porcelain panel has been painstakingly painted in exquisite detail to portray a bustling waterside landscape scene of adults and children in various pursuits during what is likely a festival or holiday. One charming scene sees a bijin being assisted across some stepping stones with the aid of her parasol, another sees a young lad clutching a bamboo fishing rod proudly showing off his latest catch, meanwhile various pursuits are taking place in the numerous pavillions and pagodas that rise up against a mountainous backdrop. This fascinating panel is studio signed and bears the artists inscription in ink to the rear .Literature :The signature seal reads ''Tokyo Kyobshi, Rotakudo zo'' [Made by Rotakudo Studio, of the Kyobash district, Tokyo]An ink inscription by the painter of this Satsuma tray:???????????????????????????''Tokyo to, Kyobashi-ku, Shinsei-machi, Satsuma Toki Etsuke-sho, Rotakudo, Ochiai zo''[Made by Ochiai, at the Rotakudo Studio of the Satsuma ware painting studio, Shinsei-machi (Shinjya-cho), Kyobashi district, Tokyo]Provenance :Private USA Collection.Condition report :Fine condition throughout.Approximate Sizes :Length : 18 1/4''� 46 cmHeight : 12''� � � � �30.5 cmFree worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item. EP86Available during usual business hours 7 days a week by prior appointment only.Available out of hours for general enquiries : sales@stagsheadantiques.com or steve@steveslyjapaneseart.comTel 07774-635918Height is 30.5cm (12.0inches)
Width is 46cm (18.1inches)
Depth is 1cm (0.4inches)