Are Japanese vases valuable?

Yes, some Japanese vases are valuable. Some of the most highly sought-after types of Japanese vases include Satsuma, Kutani, Arita and Imari pieces. There is also a demand for select cloisonné and bronze vases made by Japanese artisans. The size, style, condition and rarity of a Japanese vase will contribute to its value. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can give you an estimate of how much a particular vase is worth. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Japanese vases.

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.

Japanese Koi Vase

Ancient Chinese Ceramics

Koi Art Signed

Japanese bronze vase decorated with Kintaro riding Carp Koi - Meiji - 19th Japan

$151Sale Price|20% Off

H 11 in W 4.5 in D 5 in

Japanese bronze vase decorated with Kintaro riding Carp Koi - Meiji - 19th Japan

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

Very pretty Japanese Meiji bronze vase representing a naked boy, like a cherub, very muscular on a Koi carp in the middle of crashing waves.

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Bronze

Antique Japanese Fukagawa Koransha Imari Wise Men Phoenix Koi Fish Bowl 16"

$1,850

H 9 in Dm 10 in

Antique Japanese Fukagawa Koransha Imari Wise Men Phoenix Koi Fish Bowl 16"

By Fukagawa

Located in Dayton, OH

Circa early 20th century Japanese Meiji centerpiece fish bowl by Fukagawa Porcelain. Large onion shaped bowl painted on one side with a scene of figures / wise men / geishas and ant...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Porcelain

Mid-20th Century, Showa, Japanese Bronze Koi Fish Vase with Artist Sign

$1,160Sale Price|20% Off

H 11.82 in Dm 7.29 in

Mid-20th Century, Showa, Japanese Bronze Koi Fish Vase with Artist Sign

Located in Sampantawong, TH

Japanese bronze Koi fish vase with artist sign. Japanese Koi fish symbolizes ultimate achievement, good fortune and prosperity.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Vase with Koi Fishes and Flowers, 19th Century

$615

H 10.63 in Dm 7.88 in

Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Vase with Koi Fishes and Flowers, 19th Century

Located in Bochum, NRW

A Japanese bronze vase from the Meiji Period (late 19th) signed on the bottom.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze, Copper

Bronze Sculpture of a Koi Fish Sculpture Vase

$900

H 8.5 in W 8 in D 5 in

Bronze Sculpture of a Koi Fish Sculpture Vase

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A compliment to any space - living room, den, kitchen, guest room, etc. as a decorative piece, and the same rooms for a vase or single bookend for larger books. We have had this pie...

Category

20th Century Japanese Japonisme Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

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Koi Pond Japanese Ceramic Vessel

Unavailable

H 24 in W 16 in D 16 in

Koi Pond Japanese Ceramic Vessel

Located in Phoenix, AZ

The oversized vase is surrounded by swimming koi. The piece is in perfect condition but with no provenance.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Meiji Period "Koi" Fish Bronze sculpture and vase c.1900

Unavailable

H 8.5 in W 11.25 in D 5.5 in

Japanese Meiji Period "Koi" Fish Bronze sculpture and vase c.1900

Located in New York, NY

MEIJI PERIOD (1868-1912) Japan Koi fish sculpture and vase c. 1900 Cast bronze realistically modeled as a swimming Koi sculpture and a jumping arched Koi vase with a rich bro...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

19 th Meiji Bronze Vase with Koï Fish

Unavailable

H 9.85 in Dm 14.57 in

19 th Meiji Bronze Vase with Koï Fish

Located in Paris, FR

Bronze vase decorated with embossed decor of carps swimming in the stream. The eyes of the fish are shakudo. Beautiful patina (light shock on one side.) Signature. Japan - Meiji...

Category

Antique 1870s Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Koi Fish Ceramic Vase

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H 11 in Dm 6.5 in

Japanese Koi Fish Ceramic Vase

Located in Astoria, NY

Japanese koi fish ceramic pottery vase, signed. Dealer: S138XX

Category

Late 20th Century Japanese Other Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Early Large Cloisonne Japanese Vase With Vibrant Koi

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H 29 in W 21 in D 21 in

Early Large Cloisonne Japanese Vase With Vibrant Koi

Located in Bernville, PA

A beautiful early Japanese Cloisonne with very vibrant colors. A very rare and unusual example from the period. A unique design with colorful Koi swimming in the bubble water. An ex...

Category

Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Monumental Japanese Antique Koi & Wave Vases Hand-Painted, Early 20th Century

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H 22 in W 12 in D 12 in

Monumental Japanese Antique Koi & Wave Vases Hand-Painted, Early 20th Century

Located in South Burlington, VT

A large Japanese antique near pair of handsome, hand-painted blue and white ovoid form koi and wave motif vases dating in the early 20th century.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Superb Bronze Vase with Carved Koi by Hannya Kankei and Kōun – Japan, 20th

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H 9.65 in Dm 7.49 in

Superb Bronze Vase with Carved Koi by Hannya Kankei and Kōun – Japan, 20th

By Hannya Kankei

Located in Fukuoka, JP

A stunning collaboration between two accomplished Japanese metal artists, this elegant bronze vase features a pair of exquisitely carved koi fish, symbolizing perseverance, transform...

Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Vases

Materials

Bronze

Antique Japanese Figural Satsuma Meiji Blue Footed Sensor Jar w/Koi C1910

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H 9.5 in W 8.5 in D 8.5 in

Antique Japanese Figural Satsuma Meiji Blue Footed Sensor Jar w/Koi C1910

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique Japanese Satsuma Meiji censer jar offers porcelain construction with pierced lid over vessel having flanking foo dog handles, blue ombre glazing, gilt koi scene and raised...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Jars

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Antique "Koi & Waves" Bronze Vase

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H 10.75 in Dm 5 in L 10.75 in

Japanese Antique "Koi & Waves" Bronze Vase

Located in South Burlington, VT

A fine Japanese hand cast bronze Koi and Waves fish trumpet vase- symbolic of affection and love, prosperity, perseverance and good fortune.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Antique "Triple Koi & Waves" Blue Vase

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H 27 in Dm 17 in L 27 in

Japanese Antique "Triple Koi & Waves" Blue Vase

Located in South Burlington, VT

A monumental Japanese antique Triple Koi & Waves" hand painted blue and cream vase dating to the early 20th century, Taisho period.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Paintings and Screens

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Antique "Koi & Waves" Hand Cast Bronze Vase

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H 10.75 in Dm 5 in

Japanese Antique "Koi & Waves" Hand Cast Bronze Vase

Located in South Burlington, VT

A fine Japanese hand cast bronze Koi and Waves fish trumpet vase- symbolic of affection and love, prosperity, perseverance and good fortune.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Bronze

Fine Signed Japanese Bronze "Double Koi" Silver and Gold Fish Vase

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H 8.5 in W 11.5 in D 11.5 in

Fine Signed Japanese Bronze "Double Koi" Silver and Gold Fish Vase

Located in South Burlington, VT

A fine signed Japanese cast bronze "Double Koi" silver and gold fish vase- symbolic of prosperity, perseverance and good fortune.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Metalwork

Materials

Bronze, Gold Plate, Silver

Japan Antique Triple Koi Fish Inlaid Deep Relief Bronze Vase, 19th Century

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H 8.5 in W 8.5 in D 8.5 in

Japan Antique Triple Koi Fish Inlaid Deep Relief Bronze Vase, 19th Century

Located in South Burlington, VT

A fine early, signed and silver inlaid Japanese hand cast bronze Triple Koi fish vase- symbolic of prosperity, perseverance and good fortune.

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Antique Big "Double Giant Koi" Cast Bronze Vase, Signed and Boxed

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H 12.5 in Dm 8 in

Japanese Antique Big "Double Giant Koi" Cast Bronze Vase, Signed and Boxed

Located in South Burlington, VT

A fine Japanese hand cast tall bronze "Double Giant Koi" Hu form vase- the koi symbolic of affection and love, prosperity, perseverance and good fortune.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Paintings and Screens

Materials

Bronze

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enameled Vase with Koi Fish Decoration C1930

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H 7.5 in Dm 3.5 in

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enameled Vase with Koi Fish Decoration C1930

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enameled Vase with Koi Pond Scene Decoration C1930 Decoration - 7.5" x 3.5"diam

Category

Early 20th Century Asian Metalwork

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Japanese Fine "Double Koi" Hand Cast Gold and Silver Bronze Vase, Vibrant Colors

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H 10 in Dm 8 in

Japanese Fine "Double Koi" Hand Cast Gold and Silver Bronze Vase, Vibrant Colors

Located in South Burlington, VT

A fine large Japanese hand cast bronze double fish Koi vase- symbolic of affection and love, prosperity, perseverance and good fortune.

Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Pocket Wall Vase in Koi Carp Fish SHape Antique ca 1900 Japanese Kutani

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H 0.04 in Dm 0.04 in

Pocket Wall Vase in Koi Carp Fish SHape Antique ca 1900 Japanese Kutani

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nice wall pocket vase in the shape of a Koi Carp. The wall vase has been manufactured from fine porcelain and hand painted in vibrant shades of orange, white and black. The...

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

A cloisonné enamel vase with moriage decoration depicting three koi carp

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H 7.29 in Dm 3.15 in

A cloisonné enamel vase with moriage decoration depicting three koi carp

Located in Milano, IT

A cloisonné vase depicting two carp, one of which is modeled in relief using the moriage technique and rendered in dark grey enamel, contrasting with the background shaded from light...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Enamel

Signed MK BO JIA Porcelain Iron Red, Gilt Decorated Koi Fish Vase Vessel Japan

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H 15 in Dm 5 in

Signed MK BO JIA Porcelain Iron Red, Gilt Decorated Koi Fish Vase Vessel Japan

By Bo Jia for Middle Kingdom, Toyo

Located in Miami, FL

We offer a fine Porcelain Vase made by MK Bo Jia for Middle Kingdom, Japan.

Category

Late 20th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

Japanese Meiji Period Porcelain Vase with Koi Fish

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H 6.5 in Dm 4.25 in

Japanese Meiji Period Porcelain Vase with Koi Fish

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

Japanese Meiji Period porcelain vase with koi fish.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Big Antique Koi & Waves Hand Painted Vase

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H 14 in Dm 6.5 in

Japanese Big Antique Koi & Waves Hand Painted Vase

Located in South Burlington, VT

A hjandsome large Japanese antique hand painted blue and white cylinder form koi, waves, & water fall motif vase dating to the early to middle 20th century.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese "Double Koi" Hand Cast Bronze Vase, Mint

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H 11 in W 9 in D 9 in

Japanese "Double Koi" Hand Cast Bronze Vase, Mint

Located in South Burlington, VT

Mint & Signed A fine signed Japanese hand cast bronze Double Koi fish vase- symbolic of affection and love.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Big "Double Koi" Cast Bronze Vase, Signed and Boxed

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H 12.5 in Dm 8 in

Japanese Big "Double Koi" Cast Bronze Vase, Signed and Boxed

Located in South Burlington, VT

A fine Japanese hand cast tall bronze "Double Giant Koi" Hu form vase- the koi symbolic of affection and love, prosperity, perseverance and good fortune.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Nautical Objects

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Antique "Triple Koi" Vase Hand Painted, Early 20th Century

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H 12 in Dm 11 in

Japanese Antique "Triple Koi" Vase Hand Painted, Early 20th Century

Located in South Burlington, VT

A large and attractive Japanese antique hand painted blue and white ovoid form vase with three (3) Koi and bamboo motif dating in the early 20th century.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Antique Tall "Triple Koi" Vase Hand Painted Blue & White, 16"

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H 16 in Dm 11 in

Japanese Antique Tall "Triple Koi" Vase Hand Painted Blue & White, 16"

Located in South Burlington, VT

From Our Recent Japanese Acqauisitions Travels A large and attractive Japanese antique hand painted blue and white ovoid form vase with three (3) Koi and bamboo motif dating in the ...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Antique Koi and Bamboo Vase Hand Painted, Early 20th Century

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H 10 in Dm 9.5 in

Japanese Antique Koi and Bamboo Vase Hand Painted, Early 20th Century

Located in South Burlington, VT

A large Japanese antique hand painted blue and white ovoid form koi and bamboo motif vase dating in the early 20th century.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Paintings and Screens

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese "Double Koi" Masterwork Celadon Glazed Flower Vase Signed Mint & Boxed

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H 12.5 in W 6 in D 6 in

Japanese "Double Koi" Masterwork Celadon Glazed Flower Vase Signed Mint & Boxed

Located in South Burlington, VT

Signed, Mint And Boxed Here's a beautiful and unique way to accent your indoor display space with compelling fine treasure found in Japan! This is a finely crafted celadon glazed ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Ceramics

Materials

Celadon, Porcelain

Brilliant Japanese "Double Koi" Hand Cast Bronze Vase Mint, Signed and Boxed

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H 10 in W 8 in D 8 in

Brilliant Japanese "Double Koi" Hand Cast Bronze Vase Mint, Signed and Boxed

Located in South Burlington, VT

Mint, signed and boxed A fine signed Japanese hand cast bronze Double Koi fish vase- symbolic of affection and love.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Fine Antique Japanese "Double Koi" Hand Cast Bronze Vase Mint, Signed & Boxed

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H 8.5 in W 8.5 in D 8.5 in

Fine Antique Japanese "Double Koi" Hand Cast Bronze Vase Mint, Signed & Boxed

Located in South Burlington, VT

Mint, Signed and Boxed A fine signed Japanese hand cast bronze Double Koi fish vase- symbolic of prosperity, perseverance and good fortune.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Pocket Wall Vases in Koi Carp Fish Shape Antique ca 1900 Japanese Kutani

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H 0.04 in Dm 0.04 in

Pair of Pocket Wall Vases in Koi Carp Fish Shape Antique ca 1900 Japanese Kutani

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nice pair of wall pocket vases in the shape of Koi Carps with figures lying on their backs and seem to be transported. Each wall vase has been manufactured from fine porcel...

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Koi Vase

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H 8.5 in Dm 10 in

Japanese Koi Vase

Located in New York, NY

Japanese bronze vase with koi design and an eligible signature on bottom.

Category

20th Century Japanese Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Bronze Vase

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H 11.25 in Dm 8.5 in

Japanese Bronze Vase

Located in Hudson, NY

Japanese bronze vase decorated with Kois. Taisho period

Category

Vintage 1930s Japanese Vases

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Bronze Vase With Koi

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Japanese Bronze Vase With Koi

Located in Hudson, NY

Verdigris Japanese bronze vase with Koi.

Category

20th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Koi carp kintsugi vase

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H 12.21 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in

Koi carp kintsugi vase

Located in MEAUX, FR

Koi Carp Vase: A Symbol of Resilience and Beauty A thousand-year journey through Japanese culture This unique porcelain vase, 31 cm high, transports you to the heart of ancient Jap...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Gold

Japanese Bronze Vase

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H 9 in Dm 10 in

Japanese Bronze Vase

Located in Hudson, NY

Japanese bronze vase with Koi, Taisho period - Artist signed.

Category

Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Fukugawa Vase With Koi Fish

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H 9 in Dm 10 in

Japanese Fukugawa Vase With Koi Fish

Located in Hudson, NY

Large porcelain Fukagawa vase with koi fish.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Vases

Japanese Showa Bronze Vase with Auspicious Carp Koi in Silver

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H 7.5 in W 9 in D 9 in

Japanese Showa Bronze Vase with Auspicious Carp Koi in Silver

Located in Santa Fe, NM

A stunning bronze vase with three lively koi swimming upstream, Showa period (1926-1945), Japan.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Arts and Crafts Metalwork

Materials

Silver, Bronze

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A Large Pair of 19th Century Meji Period Japanese Imari Porcelain Vases

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A Japanese Bronze Vase With Applied Lotus Leaf Design

$6,600

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A Japanese Bronze Vase With Applied Lotus Leaf Design

Located in Stamford, CT

A Japanese patinated bronze vase with alternating lotus leaf design. Meiji Period

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

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Bronze

Fine Pair of Japanese Fukagawa Porcelain Vases, circa 1890

$24,652 / set

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Fine Pair of Japanese Fukagawa Porcelain Vases, circa 1890

By Fukagawa

Located in Brighton, Sussex

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Impressive Antique 19th Century Japanese Bronze Carp Vase Meiji Period

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Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

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Japanese Koi Vase For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal Japanese koi vase for your home. Each Japanese koi vase for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, bronze and metal. There are many kinds of the Japanese koi vase you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A Japanese koi vase is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in styles are sought with frequency.

How Much is a Japanese Koi Vase?

Prices for a Japanese koi vase start at $288 and top out at $8,400 with the average selling for $795.

Questions About Japanese Koi Vase

Are Japanese vases valuable?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
Yes, some Japanese vases are valuable. Some of the most highly sought-after types of Japanese vases include Satsuma, Kutani, Arita and Imari pieces. There is also a demand for select cloisonné and bronze vases made by Japanese artisans. The size, style, condition and rarity of a Japanese vase will contribute to its value. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can give you an estimate of how much a particular vase is worth. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Japanese vases.
What is a Japanese Satsuma vase?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
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.