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Japanese Satsuma Dragon Vase, Meiji Period, c 1900, Japan
$2,400
£1,834.93
€2,113.47
CA$3,363.14
A$3,754.62
CHF 1,967.37
MX$45,960.29
NOK 24,985.58
SEK 23,558.23
DKK 15,773.01
About the Item
A fantastic small Japanese Satsuma vase with image of writhing dragons, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan.
The vase of elegant baluster form, with a slightly flared foot, slender body, high shoulders, short neck, and slightly everted mouth with a rolled rim.
The vase is expertly painted with a pair of writhing dragons chasing the flaming pearl of wisdom. Their serpentine bodies undulate and encircle the vase. Their golden bodies standing out dramatically against deep gosu blue clouds and the creamy glazed ground.
The neck and shoulders finely painted with a band of scrolling chrysanthemum against a gosu blue ground, with further geometric bands above and below. The foot features a a tall border of stylized crashing waves in gosu blue and gilt.
With a two character mark reading "Satsuma" under the Shimazu family crest, all in gilt.
With an associated hardwood stand.
- Creator:Satsuma (Workshop/Studio)
- Dimensions:Height: 8 in (20.32 cm)Diameter: 3.25 in (8.26 cm)
- Style:Meiji (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1900-1909
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1900
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. No chips, cracks, or repairs noted. Rubbing, wear, and minor loss to the gilding, as seen in photos.
- Seller Location:Austin, TX
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU894744334222
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