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Pair of Japanese Moriage Satsuma Vases with Gold Gilding Circa 1930-1940
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Japanese Satsuma vases from the circa 1930-1940 period are a particular style of ceramic art that originated from the Satsuma province of Japan. Satsuma ware is renowned for its intricate hand-painted designs, rich colors, and distinctive crackled glaze.
Satsuma ware dates back to the early 17th century, but it gained widespread popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, including the 1930s and 1940s. Satsuma vases produced during this time often reflected a mix of traditional and modern influences, as Japan went through a period of cultural exchange and artistic experimentation.
Satsuma vases are made from a type of Japanese earthenware clay known for its fine texture and malleability. The vases are hand-formed or wheel-thrown and then meticulously hand-painted with intricate designs using enamel paints. The distinctive crackled glaze was achieved by firing the vases at a relatively low temperature, allowing the glaze to crack during the cooling process.
The moriage technique involves applying three-dimensional, raised ornamentation to the surface of the ceramic piece, creating a visually textured and layered effect. Artisans create three-dimensional patterns, designs, or intricate motifs using a special mixture of clay, slip, or porcelain paste. The raised elements are added by hand to the ceramic body, and each detail is carefully shaped to achieve the desired effect.
The moriage is then gold gilded as some of the intricate ornamental patterns and the halos around the three immortal figures depicted on each vase. The decoration is of Kannon with a rakan on each side of her. In Buddhist iconography, Kannon (also known as Kuan Yin or Avalokiteshvara) is a Bodhisattva associated with compassion and mercy. Bodhisattvas are enlightened beings who have chosen to postpone their own enlightenment to help alleviate the suffering of all sentient beings. The imagery of Kannon flanked by a rakan on each side is a common representation in Buddhist art, especially in Japan. The rakan are individuals who have attained a high level of spiritual realization and enlightenment. They are considered disciples of the Buddha and are revered for their wisdom and guidance on the path to enlightenment. The composition of Kannon with a rakan on each side emphasizes the interconnectedness of compassion, wisdom, and enlightenment.
The other side depicts a priest in front of a temple, with the Kunlun mountains depicted in the background – where all immortals reside.
Mark attributed to late Showa or Taisho period
- Dimensions:Height: 12.8 in (32.5 cm)Diameter: 7.29 in (18.5 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Showa (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1930-1940
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Ixelles, BE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU8924235547102
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