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What is a Japanese Satsuma vase?

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What is a Japanese Satsuma vase?
A type of Japanese pottery originated from Satsuma province in Japan is termed as Satsuma ware. A vase of this kind is known as a Satsuma vase. An interesting fact about Satsuma ware is that they feature a "makers mark" or marking as a key to help collectors unlock the value, age and authenticity of the piece. Shop a range of antique and vintage Japanese vases on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
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Large pair of antique quality Japanese satsuma vases
Located in Ipswich, GB
Large pair of antique quality Japanese satsuma vases having a quality pair of antique Japanese
Category

20th Century Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Satsuma Vase with Dragon
Located in Hudson, NY
Japanese Satsuma vase: Ladies of the Court, Kannon and Gilded Dragon. Signed on the bottom.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Japanese Satsuma Vases
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A fine pair of Japanese Satsuma vases raised on gilt-bronze bases. Each vase with an elongated
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Vases

Materials

Ormolu

Outstanding quality antique Japanese satsuma vase garniture
Located in Ipswich, GB
Outstanding quality antique Japanese satsuma vase garniture, having a quality garniture of shaped
Category

Early 20th Century Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Wonderful quality pair of antique Japanese satsuma vases
Located in Ipswich, GB
Wonderful quality pair of antique Japanese satsuma vases having a quality pair of antique Japanese
Category

Early 20th Century Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Satsuma Vase with Figures
Located in Antwerp, BE
A mid-20th century Japanese Satsuma vase with figures. Satsuma ware is a style of Japanese
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Vases

Materials

Ceramic

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