As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this charming little Meiji Period (1868-1912) Satsuma Sake Ewer or tea kettle painted by the highly regarded artist Hozan . This super condition fine quality ewer is predominatly painted with panels depicting scenes of villagers going about their daily routines, the two panels bordered by very fine geometric and floral details particularly the top and bottom bands, the handle and spout are formed as bamboo and are decorated with birds in flight moulded in relief, the lid finely decorated with bands of flora rising to a gilt finial. The underside of this little ewer carries a most interesting and highly decorative signature scroll as well as minute floral decoration to the outer rim, an absolute little gem to add to your Japanese Satsuma or ceramics collection.
Condition report :
Very fine condition throughout.
Approximate sizes :
Width : 5" 12.8 cm
Depth : 2 1/2" 6.3 cm
Height : 5" 12.8 cm
Free fully insured worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item.
Physical Dimensions
Height
12.8cm (5.04")
Width
12.8cm (5.04")
Depth
6.3cm (2.48")
Declaration
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 1900s.
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1152986
Dealers Notes
Available 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.com
Tel 07774-635918
Description
As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this charming little Meiji Period (1868-1912) Satsuma Sake Ewer or tea kettle painted by the highly regarded artist Hozan . This super condition fine quality ewer is predominatly painted with panels depicting scenes of villagers going about their daily routines, the two panels bordered by very fine geometric and floral details particularly the top and bottom bands, the handle and spout are formed as bamboo and are decorated with birds in flight moulded in relief, the lid finely decorated with bands of flora rising to a gilt finial. The underside of this little ewer carries a most interesting and highly decorative signature scroll as well as minute floral decoration to the outer rim, an absolute little gem to add to your Japanese Satsuma or ceramics collection.
fig 1. Fine Japanese Satsuma Sake Ewer by Hozan
Condition report :
Very fine condition throughout.
Approximate sizes :
Width : 5" 12.8 cm
Depth : 2 1/2" 6.3 cm
Height : 5" 12.8 cm
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Free fully insured worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item.
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
Physical Dimensions
Height
12.8cm (5.04")
Width
12.8cm (5.04")
Depth
6.3cm (2.48")
Date of Manufacture
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 1900s.
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1152986
About the Dealer
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2012
Specialists in japanese works of art from the meiji period 1868-1912
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