Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
A graceful female figure may represent Kannon, bodhisattva of compassion.
The surrounding fan-shaped border panels radiate outward, each filled with scenes of courtly life—ladies, samurai, musicians and officials—set against patterned gold grounds and textile-like motifs. Every surface is densely decorated in the Kyoto Awata style, with a refined balance of colour and detail. The finely crackled cream glaze is typical of high-quality Kyoto production.
The underside bears a red seal mark ????? (Kyoto Seifu sei, “Made by Seifu, Kyoto”), representing a distinguished Kyoto workshop of the late Meiji period.
Measurements
Width: 30 cm
Depth: 30 cm
Height: 5 cm
Weight: 1.779 g
Condition
Excellent antique condition. No cracks, hairlines, or restorations (UV tested). Fine glaze crazing verso, original and typical of the type.
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Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
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Rare Meiji Satsuma Square Dish with Rakan and Ladies, Kyoto, C.1890
