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Japanese Satsuma-style Enamel Brooches, Kyoto/yokohama, C. 1900 (Pair)
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Japanese Satsuma-style Enamel Brooches, Kyoto/yokohama, C. 1900 (Pair)

1900 - 1920
Sold 2 December 2025 · Gillers Antiques Ltd
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A pair of Japanese export brooches in Satsuma-style enamel on metal, Meiji–Taisho period, c. 1900. Both items feature high-quality enamel decoration with typical Satsuma motifs: one depicting three kimono-clad women in an interior, the other a landscape with a bird amid maple leaves and Mount Fuji in the background. The enamelling imitates classic Satsuma ware with characteristic craquelure and profuse use of gold. The square brooch has visible wear to the gilding, mainly along the edges (see photos). Reverse sides with original period fittings, brass/copper base. Both structurally sound, no restoration, no cracks or enamel losses.

Provenance: private UK collection.

Sizes:

Round brooch: 4.6 cm diameter, 1 cm thick

Square brooch: 4.7 × 4.8 cm, 1.1 cm thick

Please study the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description. If you have any questions, we will be happy to answer them. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance.

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Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated these Japanese Satsuma Brooches to the 1900s.

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A pair of Japanese export brooches in Satsuma-style enamel on metal, Meiji–Taisho period, c. 1900. Both items feature high-quality enamel decoration with typical Satsuma motifs: one depicting three kimono-clad women in an interior, the other a landscape with a bird amid maple leaves and Mount Fuji in the background. The enamelling imitates classic Satsuma ware with characteristic craquelure and profuse use of gold. The square brooch has visible wear to the gilding, mainly along the edges (see photos). Reverse sides with original period fittings, brass/copper base. Both structurally sound, no restoration, no cracks or enamel losses.
fig 1. Two antique Japanese Satsuma brooches, one circular featuring figures in traditional dress and one square depicting a bird and landscape with crackle glaze and gold detailing.
fig 1. Japanese Satsuma-style Enamel Brooches, Kyoto/yokohama, C. 1900 (Pair)

Provenance: private UK collection.

Sizes:

Round brooch: 4.6 cm diameter, 1 cm thick

Square brooch: 4.7 × 4.8 cm, 1.1 cm thick

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Please study the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description.
Gillers Antiques Ltd

If you have any questions, we will be happy to answer them. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance.

Date of Manufacture

Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated these Japanese Satsuma Brooches to the 1900s.

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Archive I Two antique Japanese Satsuma brooches, one circular featuring figures in traditional dress and one square depicting a bird and landscape with crackle glaze and gold detailing. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Japanese Satsuma-style Enamel Brooches, Kyoto/yokohama, C. 1900 (Pair)

Archive II Two antique Japanese Satsuma brooches, one circular featuring figures in traditional dress and one square depicting a bird and landscape with crackle glaze and gold detailing. View II
Archive III Two antique Japanese Satsuma brooches, one circular featuring figures in traditional dress and one square depicting a bird and landscape with crackle glaze and gold detailing. View III
Archive IV Two antique Japanese Satsuma brooches, one circular featuring figures in traditional dress and one square depicting a bird and landscape with crackle glaze and gold detailing. View IV
Archive V Two antique Japanese Satsuma brooches, one circular featuring figures in traditional dress and one square depicting a bird and landscape with crackle glaze and gold detailing. View V
Archive VI Two antique Japanese Satsuma brooches, one circular featuring figures in traditional dress and one square depicting a bird and landscape with crackle glaze and gold detailing. View VI
Archive VII Two antique Japanese Satsuma brooches, one circular featuring figures in traditional dress and one square depicting a bird and landscape with crackle glaze and gold detailing. View VII
Archive VIII Two antique Japanese Satsuma brooches, one circular featuring figures in traditional dress and one square depicting a bird and landscape with crackle glaze and gold detailing. View VIII
Archive IX Two antique Japanese Satsuma brooches, one circular featuring figures in traditional dress and one square depicting a bird and landscape with crackle glaze and gold detailing. View IX
Archive X Two antique Japanese Satsuma brooches, one circular featuring figures in traditional dress and one square depicting a bird and landscape with crackle glaze and gold detailing. View X
Archive XI Two antique Japanese Satsuma brooches, one circular featuring figures in traditional dress and one square depicting a bird and landscape with crackle glaze and gold detailing. View XI
Archive XII Two antique Japanese Satsuma brooches, one circular featuring figures in traditional dress and one square depicting a bird and landscape with crackle glaze and gold detailing. View XII
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Two antique Japanese Satsuma brooches, one circular featuring figures in traditional dress and one square depicting a bird and landscape with crackle glaze and gold detailing.
Japanese Satsuma-style enamel brooches, Kyoto/Yokohama, c. 1900 (pair)
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Two antique Japanese Satsuma brooches, one circular featuring figures in traditional dress and one square depicting a bird and landscape with crackle glaze and gold detailing.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBrooches
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleMeiji Period
  • MaterialPorcelain, Earthenware, Enamel, Gold, Brass
  • ColourMulticolour
  • MotifsFigural scenes, Avian motifs, Crackle glaze, Gold gilding

FAQs

Satsuma ware is characterised by an ivory-coloured earthenware body featuring a fine crackle glaze, typically decorated with elaborate polychrome enamels and raised gold gilding.

These pieces are crafted from earthenware pottery covered in a transparent crackle glaze, hand-painted with mineral-based enamel pigments and highlighted with gold leaf or dust.

Authenticity is generally determined by the fineness of the crackle in the glaze, the precision of the hand-painted details, the weight of the ceramic body, and often the presence of a makers mark on the reverse.

These items can be displayed as miniature works of art within shadow boxes or frames on a wall, or worn traditionally as statement accessories on lapels, scarves, and structured blazers.

Keep items away from moisture, harsh chemicals, and ultrasonic cleaners. Clean gently with a dry, soft microfibre cloth and store them in padded boxes to protect the delicate enamel and gold detailing.
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