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Late Meiji Japanese Satsuma Bowl by Hododa, Yokohama, C. 1895–1910
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Late Meiji Japanese Satsuma Bowl by Hododa, Yokohama, C. 1895–1910

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Ritas Bazaar
Description

A jewel-like late Meiji Satsuma bowl by Hododa (???), Yokohama, signed beneath the Shimazu crest, c. 1895–1910. The celebrated “Thousand Butterflies” design blankets both exterior and interior with a micro-mosaic of butterflies in exquisitely controlled polychrome enamels and sumptuous raised gilt. Inside, banners and autumn maple leaves (momiji) float across an ivory crackled ground, anchored by a central roundel motif.

The brushwork is exceptionally steady and fine — each wing veined and gilded with minute precision. The gold is bright and even, the enamel palette fresh, marking this as a superior example of Yokohama export porcelain.

Measurements

• Diameter 12 cm / 4.72?

• Height 5.2 cm / 2.05?

• Weight approx. 210 g

Condition

Exceptional for age. No chips, cracks, or restorations (UV-checked). Enamels and gilding are fresh and luminous. The fine craquelure is intentional to the body. A compact display piece of true cabinet quality from the final years of Meiji Japan.

Shipping & Packaging

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Carefully packed using recycled materials where possible.

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

Questions are welcome.

Physical Dimensions
Height
5.2cm (2.05")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Declaration

Ritas Bazaar has dated this Japanese Satsuma Ceramic Bowl to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1178306
Dealers Internal Reference
B1500
Description
A jewel-like late Meiji Satsuma bowl by Hododa (???), Yokohama, signed beneath the Shimazu crest, c. 1895–1910.
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The celebrated “Thousand Butterflies” design blankets both exterior and interior with a micro-mosaic of butterflies in exquisitely controlled polychrome enamels and sumptuous raised gilt.
Ritas Bazaar

Inside, banners and autumn maple leaves (momiji) float across an ivory crackled ground, anchored by a central roundel motif.

fig 1. A lobed Japanese Satsuma earthenware bowl with intricate polychrome enamel and gold gilding across the interior and exterior surface.
fig 1. Late Meiji Japanese Satsuma Bowl by Hododa, Yokohama, C. 1895–1910

The brushwork is exceptionally steady and fine — each wing veined and gilded with minute precision. The gold is bright and even, the enamel palette fresh, marking this as a superior example of Yokohama export porcelain.

fig 2. A lobed Japanese Satsuma earthenware bowl with intricate polychrome enamel and gold gilding across the interior and exterior surface.
fig 2. Late Meiji Japanese Satsuma Bowl by Hododa, Yokohama, C. 1895–1910

Measurements

• Diameter 12 cm / 4.72?

• Height 5.2 cm / 2.05?

• Weight approx. 210 g

Condition

Exceptional for age. No chips, cracks, or restorations (UV-checked). Enamels and gilding are fresh and luminous. The fine craquelure is intentional to the body. A compact display piece of true cabinet quality from the final years of Meiji Japan.

fig 3. A lobed Japanese Satsuma earthenware bowl with intricate polychrome enamel and gold gilding across the interior and exterior surface.
fig 3. Late Meiji Japanese Satsuma Bowl by Hododa, Yokohama, C. 1895–1910

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
5.2cm (2.05")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Date of Manufacture

Ritas Bazaar has dated this Japanese Satsuma Ceramic Bowl to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1178306
Dealers Internal Ref
B1500
Ritas Bazaar
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A lobed Japanese Satsuma earthenware bowl with intricate polychrome enamel and gold gilding across the interior and exterior surface.
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Archive I A lobed Japanese Satsuma earthenware bowl with intricate polychrome enamel and gold gilding across the interior and exterior surface.

Late Meiji Japanese Satsuma Bowl by Hododa, Yokohama, C. 1895–1910

Archive II A lobed Japanese Satsuma earthenware bowl with intricate polychrome enamel and gold gilding across the interior and exterior surface. View II
Archive III A lobed Japanese Satsuma earthenware bowl with intricate polychrome enamel and gold gilding across the interior and exterior surface. View III
Archive IV A lobed Japanese Satsuma earthenware bowl with intricate polychrome enamel and gold gilding across the interior and exterior surface. View IV
Archive V A lobed Japanese Satsuma earthenware bowl with intricate polychrome enamel and gold gilding across the interior and exterior surface. View V
Archive VI A lobed Japanese Satsuma earthenware bowl with intricate polychrome enamel and gold gilding across the interior and exterior surface. View VI
Archive VII A lobed Japanese Satsuma earthenware bowl with intricate polychrome enamel and gold gilding across the interior and exterior surface. View VII
Archive VIII A lobed Japanese Satsuma earthenware bowl with intricate polychrome enamel and gold gilding across the interior and exterior surface. View VIII
Archive IX A lobed Japanese Satsuma earthenware bowl with intricate polychrome enamel and gold gilding across the interior and exterior surface. View IX
Archive X A lobed Japanese Satsuma earthenware bowl with intricate polychrome enamel and gold gilding across the interior and exterior surface. View X
Archive XI A lobed Japanese Satsuma earthenware bowl with intricate polychrome enamel and gold gilding across the interior and exterior surface. View XI
Archive XII A lobed Japanese Satsuma earthenware bowl with intricate polychrome enamel and gold gilding across the interior and exterior surface. View XII
Archive XIII A lobed Japanese Satsuma earthenware bowl with intricate polychrome enamel and gold gilding across the interior and exterior surface. View XIII
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A lobed Japanese Satsuma earthenware bowl with intricate polychrome enamel and gold gilding across the interior and exterior surface.
Late Meiji Japanese Satsuma Bowl by Hododa, Yokohama, c. 1895–1910
Ref: SA1178306
A lobed Japanese Satsuma earthenware bowl with intricate polychrome enamel and gold gilding across the interior and exterior surface.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDecorative Bowls
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleMeiji Period
  • MaterialEarthenware, Enamel, Gold Gilt
  • ColourGold, Cream
  • MotifsThousand butterflies motif, Scalloped rim, Gilded rim, Crackle glaze
  • SizeH 5.2 cm (2 in) x W 12 cm (5 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

This Edwardian period Satsuma earthenware bowl from late Meiji Japan presents a scalloped rim, a crackle glaze, and a thousand butterflies motif rendered in gold, cream, and polychrome enamels. The exterior and interior surfaces display a micro-mosaic of tiny butterflies with gilded highlights and bright, even finishes. The base sits on a circular foot ring, and the piece measures 5.2 cm high by 12 cm wide and 12 cm deep. In a contemporary home, this decorative bowl suits placement on a sideboard top or inside a display cabinet as a compact art object. Collectors use such decorative vessels to introduce historical Japanese craftsmanship and detailed polychrome patterning into traditional or maximalist interior schemes.

FAQs

Satsuma ware is a distinct style of Japanese earthenware ceramics that gained international prominence during the Meiji period (18681912). Produced primarily for export to Western collectors, these items are recognised for their ivory-coloured glaze, dense crackle network, and detailed overglaze decoration using gold gilding and polychrome enamels.

Satsuma ceramics are made from earthenware clay fired at low temperatures to produce a soft body. A clear or pale cream crackle glaze is applied before hand-painted polychrome enamel designs and gold leaf or liquid gold gilding are added in subsequent low-fire kiln passes.

Authentic pieces feature dense, uniform crackle glazes and detailed miniature brushwork, often depicting nature or figural scenes. Marks on the base frequently include the Shimazu family cresta cross within a circlealongside signatures of specific artists or workshops located in centres like Kyoto, Osaka, or Yokohama.

A Satsuma bowl functions as a focal decorative object when placed on a sideboard, coffee table, or mantelpiece. Position it where light can highlight the gold gilding, and pair it with minimalist contemporary furnishings or neutral backdrops to accentuate the detailed surface pattern.

To preserve the delicate overglaze enamels and gilding, dust the piece gently with a clean, dry microfibre cloth or soft brush. Avoid immersing earthenware in water or using abrasive chemical cleansers, as moisture can seep through the crackle glaze and damage the underlying clay body.
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