Satsuma by Koshida, Crackle Porcelain Plate, Meiji Period.

This is an antique Japanese Satsuma plate made by Koshida factory from the Meiji period (1868-1912). The plate is decorated with a vibrant hand-painted design depicting a golden pheasant perched on a tree branch with red and gold flowers, with an arrangement of multi-colored flowers beneath it. The detailed craquelure glaze gives the plate a delicate, textured appearance, emphasizing its age and craftsmanship.

This plate exemplifies the craftsmanship and attention to detail characteristic of Meiji era Satsuma Koshida ceramics, produced mainly for export. The plate is signed with Koshida character mark and Shimazu cross signifying the patronage of the powerful Shimazu family, who historically ruled the Satsuma area. Koshida is a well-known and a prolific Satsuma pottery maker that has been producing ceramics since the Meiji era (1868-1912). It is particularly renowned for its intricate designs, delicate color palette, and use of gold embellishments. Koshida Satsuma pieces often depict scenes from Japanese folklore, history, and mythology, as well as everyday life. Koshida Satsuma pieces can be identified by their signature "Koshida" on the base, which is typically written in kanji characters. Koshida production was decorated by some of the best artists and bears their marks as well as Koshida's. These pieces are highly collectible and can be quite valuable, particularly those produced during the Meiji era, which are considered to be of the highest quality. Koshida factory was closed in 1927.The business seems to have reopened post war, either by a family member or by someone simply using a well-known name as a cachet. Koshida products are highly valued in the antique porcelain market, with increasing demand in recent years.

Dimensions: diameter 15, 3 cm, height 2, 4 cm,

Condition: paint and gilding fully preserved, all in excellent condition

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