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Fine Meiji Japanese Satsuma Bowl Signed Gyokkō, C. 1890–1910
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Fine Meiji Japanese Satsuma Bowl Signed Gyokkō, C. 1890–1910

19th century
Description

A very fine Japanese Satsuma bowl from the Meiji period, signed Gyokkō, dating to circa 1890–1910. This is a highly decorative and carefully executed individual Satsuma work, with a beautifully composed interior landscape, elegant figures, rich gilding and a refined exterior bamboo design.

The bowl is painted in the classic Meiji Satsuma tradition, with a warm cream crackled glaze, delicate polychrome enamels and extensive gilt detail. The interior scene shows women and a child within a refined Japanese landscape, surrounded by temple architecture, pagodas, trees, hills and water. The composition is exceptionally attractive: the figures are placed in the foreground, while the architectural and mountain landscape creates depth and atmosphere.

The quality of the work is especially visible in the architectural detail, the fine gilt patterning on the robes, the carefully painted parasols, the layered trees and the atmospheric treatment of the distant mountain. The exterior is decorated with a continuous bamboo design, giving the bowl a calm and elegant appearance from every angle. The gilt rim border is particularly decorative and frames the interior scene beautifully.

The underside bears a red rectangular gilt signature panel reading Gyokkō / 玉光. This appears to be a Meiji-period Satsuma decorator or workshop name.

Measurements

Height: 5 cm (2.0″)

Diameter: 12.7 cm (5.0″)

Weight: 195 g

Condition

Excellent condition. The bowl has been checked under UV light and shows no cracks, no restoration and no structural problems. There are no visible condition problems. The colours, enamels and gilding are very well preserved.

The wooden stand shown in the photographs is for display only and is not included.

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.

Physical Dimensions
Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
12.7cm (5.00")
Depth
12.7cm (5.00")
Declaration

Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this Japanese Satsuma Ceramic Bowl to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1216031
Dealers Internal Reference
B1743
Description
A very fine Japanese Satsuma bowl from the Meiji period, signed Gyokkō, dating to circa 1890–1910.
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This is a highly decorative and carefully executed individual Satsuma work, with a beautifully composed interior landscape, elegant figures, rich gilding and a refined exterior bamboo design.
Gillers Antiques Ltd
fig 1. An antique cream earthenware bowl resting on a carved wooden base, decorated inside with hand-painted Japanese landscapes and figures, and finished with a bamboo pattern around the exterior.
fig 1. Fine Meiji Japanese Satsuma Bowl Signed Gyokkō, C. 1890–1910

The bowl is painted in the classic Meiji Satsuma tradition, with a warm cream crackled glaze, delicate polychrome enamels and extensive gilt detail. The interior scene shows women and a child within a refined Japanese landscape, surrounded by temple architecture, pagodas, trees, hills and water. The composition is exceptionally attractive: the figures are placed in the foreground, while the architectural and mountain landscape creates depth and atmosphere.

fig 2. An antique cream earthenware bowl resting on a carved wooden base, decorated inside with hand-painted Japanese landscapes and figures, and finished with a bamboo pattern around the exterior.
fig 2. Fine Meiji Japanese Satsuma Bowl Signed Gyokkō, C. 1890–1910

The quality of the work is especially visible in the architectural detail, the fine gilt patterning on the robes, the carefully painted parasols, the layered trees and the atmospheric treatment of the distant mountain. The exterior is decorated with a continuous bamboo design, giving the bowl a calm and elegant appearance from every angle. The gilt rim border is particularly decorative and frames the interior scene beautifully.

fig 3. An antique cream earthenware bowl resting on a carved wooden base, decorated inside with hand-painted Japanese landscapes and figures, and finished with a bamboo pattern around the exterior.
fig 3. Fine Meiji Japanese Satsuma Bowl Signed Gyokkō, C. 1890–1910

The underside bears a red rectangular gilt signature panel reading Gyokkō / 玉光. This appears to be a Meiji-period Satsuma decorator or workshop name.

Measurements

Height: 5 cm (2.0″)

Diameter: 12.7 cm (5.0″)

fig 4. An antique cream earthenware bowl resting on a carved wooden base, decorated inside with hand-painted Japanese landscapes and figures, and finished with a bamboo pattern around the exterior.
fig 4. Fine Meiji Japanese Satsuma Bowl Signed Gyokkō, C. 1890–1910

Weight: 195 g

Condition

Excellent condition. The bowl has been checked under UV light and shows no cracks, no restoration and no structural problems. There are no visible condition problems. The colours, enamels and gilding are very well preserved.

fig 5. An antique cream earthenware bowl resting on a carved wooden base, decorated inside with hand-painted Japanese landscapes and figures, and finished with a bamboo pattern around the exterior.
fig 5. Fine Meiji Japanese Satsuma Bowl Signed Gyokkō, C. 1890–1910

The wooden stand shown in the photographs is for display only and is not included.

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
5cm (1.97")
Width
12.7cm (5.00")
Depth
12.7cm (5.00")
Date of Manufacture

Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this Japanese Satsuma Ceramic Bowl to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1216031
Dealers Internal Ref
B1743
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Gillers Antiques Ltd
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Fine Meiji Japanese Satsuma Bowl Signed Gyokkō, c. 1890–1910

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An antique cream earthenware bowl resting on a carved wooden base, decorated inside with hand-painted Japanese landscapes and figures, and finished with a bamboo pattern around the exterior.
Fine Meiji Japanese Satsuma Bowl Signed Gyokkō, c. 1890–1910
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FAQs

Satsuma ware is a type of Japanese earthenware pottery originating in the Satsuma province during the late sixteenth century, becoming internationally renowned during the Meiji period (18681912) for intricate hand-painted enamel and gilded decorations aimed primarily at the Western export market.

Traditional Satsuma pottery features a light cream-coloured earthenware body coated in a finely crackled transparent glaze, over which artisan painters apply heavy polychrome enamels and liquid gold leaf details.

Authentic Satsuma pieces generally display a distinct fine crackle glaze, delicate overglaze enamelling, and frequently feature Japanese character marks or maker signatures painted on the base in gold or red enamel.

A decorative Satsuma bowl serves as a refined accent when displayed on a sideboard top, bookshelf, or console, where the detailed internal brushwork can be viewed under direct ambient lighting.

Satsuma pottery should be dusted gently with a dry, soft microfibre cloth and kept away from liquid immersion, as harsh moisture and chemicals can degrade the delicate overglaze enamels and gilding.
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