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Pair of Japanese Satsuma Vases with Arhats, Rich Gilt Decoration, C.1890–1910
Gillers Antiques Ltd
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Pair of Japanese Satsuma Vases with Arhats, Rich Gilt Decoration, C.1890–1910

19th century
Description

A fine and cohesive pair of late-Meiji Satsuma vases from a Kyoto studio, decorated with haloed arhats in raised gilt and polychrome enamels. The surface design features rhythmic rows of Buddhist figures over patterned grounds of clouds and waves. Both pieces demonstrate confident draughtsmanship and the distinctive miniature brushwork typical of export Satsuma from the 1890–1910 period.

Measurements

• Height: 19.8 cm / 7.8? and 20 cm / 7.9?

• Diameter: 11.8 cm / 4.6?

• Weight: 458 g and 535 g

Condition

One vase is structurally sound with light gilt wear at the mouth. The other has a professionally glued rim crack that can be oriented to the back when displayed. Fine, stable Satsuma craquelure throughout.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
11.8cm (4.65")
Depth
11.8cm (4.65")
Declaration

Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated these Japanese Satsuma Arhat Vases to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1176967
Dealers Internal Reference
B1482
Description
A fine and cohesive pair of late-Meiji Satsuma vases from a Kyoto studio, decorated with haloed arhats in raised gilt and polychrome enamels.
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The surface design features rhythmic rows of Buddhist figures over patterned grounds of clouds and waves.
Gillers Antiques Ltd

Both pieces demonstrate confident draughtsmanship and the distinctive miniature brushwork typical of export Satsuma from the 1890–1910 period.

fig 1. A pair of pear-shaped Japanese Satsuma earthenware vases decorated with painted depictions of arhats and heavy gold leaf detailing.
fig 1. Pair of Japanese Satsuma Vases with Arhats, Rich Gilt Decoration, C.1890–1910

Measurements

• Height: 19.8 cm / 7.8? and 20 cm / 7.9?

• Diameter: 11.8 cm / 4.6?

• Weight: 458 g and 535 g

Condition

One vase is structurally sound with light gilt wear at the mouth. The other has a professionally glued rim crack that can be oriented to the back when displayed. Fine, stable Satsuma craquelure throughout.

fig 2. A pair of pear-shaped Japanese Satsuma earthenware vases decorated with painted depictions of arhats and heavy gold leaf detailing.
fig 2. Pair of Japanese Satsuma Vases with Arhats, Rich Gilt Decoration, C.1890–1910

Shipping & Packaging

Fully tracked and insured delivery.

Shipping cost includes professional packaging, careful handling, and secure postage.

Carefully packed using recycled materials where possible.

Please study all photographs as they form part of the description.

Questions are welcome.

Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
11.8cm (4.65")
Depth
11.8cm (4.65")
Date of Manufacture

Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated these Japanese Satsuma Arhat Vases to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1176967
Dealers Internal Ref
B1482
Gillers Antiques Ltd
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A pair of pear-shaped Japanese Satsuma earthenware vases decorated with painted depictions of arhats and heavy gold leaf detailing.
Pair of Japanese Satsuma Vases with Arhats, Rich Gilt Decoration, c.1890–1910
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A pair of pear-shaped Japanese Satsuma earthenware vases decorated with painted depictions of arhats and heavy gold leaf detailing.
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FAQs

Satsuma ware refers to Japanese earthenware ceramics characterised by a cream-coloured crackle-glazed body, decorated with overglaze enamels and extensive gilding, produced predominantly for Western export during the Meiji era.

Satsuma vessels are crafted from low-fired pottery clay covered in a fine crazed glaze, with painted decoration applied using mineral enamels, raised moriage paste, and metallic gold leaf detailing.

Authentic pieces display fine micro-crazing across the cream glazed ground, dense polychrome figure painting, heavy gilding, and frequently bear Japanese painted marks or the Shimazu family crest on the base.

A pair of decorative ceramic vases can be placed symmetrically on a fireplace mantelpiece, sideboard, or console table to introduce warm metallic tones and historical texture to modern rooms.

Dust Satsuma ceramics regularly with a clean, dry microfibre cloth, keeping them away from direct moisture, abrasive cleansers, or chemical polishes that could damage the delicate surface gilding and enamels.
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