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Meiji Ceramics

MEIJI STYLE

From 1868 to 1912, Emperor Mutsuhito oversaw an era of transformation in Japan. Formerly a country of feudalism and isolation, Japan entered an age of modernization influenced by newly established trade and exchange with the West. The Meiji period, or period of “enlightened rule,” also saw the global impact of the East Asian country’s culture. Japanese Meiji furniture was exhibited at expositions from Paris to San Francisco and created for export.

Prior to the Meiji era, furniture was mostly made by commission for the ruling class; now there were new domestic and international markets. European styles like Japonisme appropriated Japanese design while craftsmen in places like Wales and England employed japanning, a varnishing technique that approximated the appearance of lacquer for the surfaces of furnishings.

Meiji furniture made for Japanese homes and buildings constructed in Western styles resulted in taller tables, chairs, cabinets with large drawers and other features. The government invested in areas such as transportation and communication, and because people could freely choose occupations after the restrictions of feudalism, industries of various types were energized by expressive new ideas during those years. Art schools were formed and, for the first time, design was an area of study in the country, leading to the evolution of professional design as a career by the 1890s.

The work of Japanese designers was transmitted widely through lavishly illustrated pattern books that included designs for screens and lacquerware for the home. While screens today may be of use as decorative accents or partitions to ensure privacy in one’s space, Japanese screens were adorned with paintings and were featured in performing arts such as concerts, tea ceremonies and more. The color illustrations that characterize Meiji woodblock prints, a genre of Japanese art that grew out of 17th-century developments in printing and book publishing, depicted the sweeping changes that the era brought to East Asia.

Although it was a time of societal and cultural shifts, a bolstered interest in art and design elevated Japanese craft traditions. From colorful porcelain table lamps with silk shades and hardwood tables decorated with dark lacquer to cabinets featuring iron hardware and inlaid with mother-of-pearl, Meiji furniture showcased Japan’s artistic heritage to the world.

Find a collection of antique Japanese Meiji period case pieces and storage cabinets, decorative objects, wall decorations and more furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Meiji
19th Century Japanese Satsuma Lotus Koi Bowl on Custom Steel Mount
19th Century Japanese Satsuma Lotus Koi Bowl on Custom Steel Mount

19th Century Japanese Satsuma Lotus Koi Bowl on Custom Steel Mount

19th Century Japanese Satsuma Lotus Koi Bowl on Custom Steel Mount

Located in Chicago, IL

This extraordinary 19th-century Japanese Satsuma bowl, created during the luminous years of the Meiji period, unfolds like a flower caught at the precise moment of perfection. Each p...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

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Gold Leaf

Large Antique Japanese Kutani Porcelain Vase Meiji Period, C.1890
Large Antique Japanese Kutani Porcelain Vase Meiji Period, C.1890

Large Antique Japanese Kutani Porcelain Vase Meiji Period, C.1890

Large Antique Japanese Kutani Porcelain Vase Meiji Period, C.1890

Located in London, GB

Large Antique Japanese Kutani Porcelain Vase Meiji Period, C.1890 Aka-e Ground with Kinrande Shoulder, Kacho-e Decoration. The body is enveloped in a brilliant iron-red aka-e groun...

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1890s Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

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Porcelain

Japanese Satsuma Ginger Jar Vase, circa Early 20th Century
Japanese Satsuma Ginger Jar Vase, circa Early 20th Century

Japanese Satsuma Ginger Jar Vase, circa Early 20th Century

Japanese Satsuma Ginger Jar Vase, circa Early 20th Century

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful small Japanese Satsuma ginger jar vase, circa early-20th century, Japan. Colors include cream, copper, green, blue, white, black, orange...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery

Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan
Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan

Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan

Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan

By Kinkozan

Located in Newark, England

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING FROM KYOTO’S FAMED KINKOZAN WORKSHOP, A MEIJI-PERIOD SATSUMA VASE OF EXCEPTIONAL ENAMEL AND GILT. From our Japanese Satsuma collection, we are delighted to ...

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Late 19th Century Antique Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery

Meiji Period Diminutive Satsuma Baluster Vase.
Meiji Period Diminutive Satsuma Baluster Vase.

Meiji Period Diminutive Satsuma Baluster Vase.

Meiji Period Diminutive Satsuma Baluster Vase.

By Satsuma

Located in Vero Beach, FL

Meiji Period Diminutive Satsuma Baluster Vase. This Japanese Satsuma vase from the late Meiji period is hand painted and gilt decorated with a Japanese landscape in exquisite detail...

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20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Antique Earthenware Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan Meiji Period
Japanese Antique Earthenware Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan Meiji Period

Japanese Antique Earthenware Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan Meiji Period

Japanese Antique Earthenware Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan Meiji Period

By Kinkozan

Located in Newark, England

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING MEIJI PERIOD (1868-1912) From our Japanese Satsuma collection, we are delighted to present this exceptional Meiji period Satsuma vase by Kinkozan This tal...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery

Fine Japanese Porcelain Vase with Carving by Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period
Fine Japanese Porcelain Vase with Carving by Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period

Fine Japanese Porcelain Vase with Carving by Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period

Fine Japanese Porcelain Vase with Carving by Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period

By Makuzu Kozan

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Japanese glazed porcelain vase by the celebrated Meiji imperial potter Makuzu Kozan (1842-1916) circa 1880-1890s, one of the finest pieces we have handled. Dated to his underglaze ...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Vase by Ryozan
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Vase by Ryozan

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Vase by Ryozan

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Vase by Ryozan

Located in Newark, England

MEIJI PERIOD 1868-1912 From our Japanese collection, we are delighted to offer this Japanese Satsuma Vase by Ryozan. The vase of tapered form with tightly pinched neck and flared to...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery

Japanese Antique Meiji Satsuma Pottery Buddhist Monks Vase & Shimazu Crest Mark
Japanese Antique Meiji Satsuma Pottery Buddhist Monks Vase & Shimazu Crest Mark

Japanese Antique Meiji Satsuma Pottery Buddhist Monks Vase & Shimazu Crest Mark

Japanese Antique Meiji Satsuma Pottery Buddhist Monks Vase & Shimazu Crest Mark

By Satsuma

Located in Studio City, CA

A beautiful Japanese Satsuma pottery studio vase featuring multiple kesa-clad enlightened Buddhist monks on each side of the vase. The piece is finely detailed with rich raised gilt highlights throughout and beautifully decorated in gold and various hand painted other colors. From the Meiji period (1868-1912). This piece has the all-important Shimazu Family crest mark (red circle with a cross inside) on the base authenticating the work as an old and original Satsumaware work. The mark shows the pottery was made under the rule of the Shimazu clan. From a Los Angeles Collection...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Earthenware, Pottery

Pair Monumental Antique Meiji Period Japanese Satsuma Pottery Vases Stands 1900
Pair Monumental Antique Meiji Period Japanese Satsuma Pottery Vases Stands 1900

Pair Monumental Antique Meiji Period Japanese Satsuma Pottery Vases Stands 1900

Pair Monumental Antique Meiji Period Japanese Satsuma Pottery Vases Stands 1900

Located in Portland, OR

A fine pair of monumental antique Japanese Satsuma vases with stands, circa 1900. The vases having an ivory background and are finely gilded & handpainted with enamels of Samurai wa...

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Early 1900s Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Pair Antique Japanese Satsuma Vases Depicting Samurai
Pair Antique Japanese Satsuma Vases Depicting Samurai

Pair Antique Japanese Satsuma Vases Depicting Samurai

Pair Antique Japanese Satsuma Vases Depicting Samurai

Located in New York, NY

Pair of antique (late 19th century) Meiji period Japanese Satsuma vases depicting Samurai warriors and other figures. Signed. 11 7/8 by 5 1/2 inches each.

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Miniature Antique Japanese Satsuma Pottery Censer or Koro
Miniature Antique Japanese Satsuma Pottery Censer or Koro

Miniature Antique Japanese Satsuma Pottery Censer or Koro

Miniature Antique Japanese Satsuma Pottery Censer or Koro

By Kinkozan

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique Japanese Satsuma pottery incense burner. With a cream ground and an extensively gilt exterior. There are numerous cartouches around the censer with each having a un...

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Early 20th Century Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Meiji Period High Relief Porcelain Celadon Vase, circa 1900
Meiji Period High Relief Porcelain Celadon Vase, circa 1900

Meiji Period High Relief Porcelain Celadon Vase, circa 1900

Meiji Period High Relief Porcelain Celadon Vase, circa 1900

Located in Miami, FL

This captivating Meiji period (1868-1912) porcelain vase features a mesmerizing celadon glaze, with a subtle crackled texture. Exquisite details, meticulously hand-painted in vibrant...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Large Old or Antique Japanese Imari Porcelain Platter or Tray
Large Old or Antique Japanese Imari Porcelain Platter or Tray

Large Old or Antique Japanese Imari Porcelain Platter or Tray

Large Old or Antique Japanese Imari Porcelain Platter or Tray

By Imari Porcelain

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine old or antique Japanese Imari porcelain tray. With red, blue and green painted decoration and gilt accents throughout. The bowl has three panels depicting a pair of mandarin...

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20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Red Gold Porcelain Vase by Contemporary Master Artist, 2
Japanese Red Gold Porcelain Vase by Contemporary Master Artist, 2

Japanese Red Gold Porcelain Vase by Contemporary Master Artist, 2

Japanese Red Gold Porcelain Vase by Contemporary Master Artist, 2

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Japanese contemporary gilded and dimpled porcelain vase beautiully decorated with cherry blossoms in iron red, a signed work by highly acclaimed master porcelain artist in the Imari-...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Ceramics

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Porcelain

Large Pair Japanese Satsuma Ceramic Vases Kozan Meiji Period
Large Pair Japanese Satsuma Ceramic Vases Kozan Meiji Period

Large Pair Japanese Satsuma Ceramic Vases Kozan Meiji Period

Large Pair Japanese Satsuma Ceramic Vases Kozan Meiji Period

By Kozan Zo

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of spectacularly decorated Japanese ceramic vases from late Meiji period circa 1900s by Kozan, a maker in Kyoto area who specialized in producing fine satsuma ware. Impressive...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Japanese Satsuma Vase, Hand-Painted Warrior Scene, Meiji-Era Masterpiece
Antique Japanese Satsuma Vase, Hand-Painted Warrior Scene, Meiji-Era Masterpiece

Antique Japanese Satsuma Vase, Hand-Painted Warrior Scene, Meiji-Era Masterpiece

Antique Japanese Satsuma Vase, Hand-Painted Warrior Scene, Meiji-Era Masterpiece

By Satsuma

Located in Bochum, NRW

Antique Japanese Satsuma Vase – Hand-Painted Warrior Scene, Meiji-Era Masterpiece. Japanese Satsuma ceramic vase with polychrome decorations of Japanese men and soldiers in armor. Go...

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1930s Japanese Vintage Meiji Ceramics

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Porcelain

Japanese Antique Meiji Wabi-Sabi Shigaraki Ware Art Pottery Jar Tsubo Pot Vase
Japanese Antique Meiji Wabi-Sabi Shigaraki Ware Art Pottery Jar Tsubo Pot Vase

Japanese Antique Meiji Wabi-Sabi Shigaraki Ware Art Pottery Jar Tsubo Pot Vase

Japanese Antique Meiji Wabi-Sabi Shigaraki Ware Art Pottery Jar Tsubo Pot Vase

Located in Studio City, CA

An absolutely stunning, beautifully shaped and textured Shigaraki Yaki-Ware Japanese pottery vase/jar/pot - produced sometime during the late Edo Period (1603-1867) or early Meiji pe...

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Mid-19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

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Pottery, Stoneware

Japanese Antique Meiji Period Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan
Japanese Antique Meiji Period Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan

Japanese Antique Meiji Period Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan

Japanese Antique Meiji Period Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan

By Kinkozan

Located in Newark, England

GLOBULAR FORM MINIATURE VASE From our Japanese collection, we are delighted to offer this Japanese Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan. The Satsuma Vase made from earthenware pottery is potted...

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Early 1900s Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery

Japanese Contemporary Black Platinum Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 6
Japanese Contemporary Black Platinum Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 6

Japanese Contemporary Black Platinum Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 6

Japanese Contemporary Black Platinum Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 6

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Exquisite Japanese contemporary decorative porcelain vase, dramatically hand painted in platinum, set against a stunningly shaped porcelain body in black, a signed masterpiece from t...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Platinum

Japanese Black Platinum Gold Porcelain Vase by Contemporary Master Artist, 1
Japanese Black Platinum Gold Porcelain Vase by Contemporary Master Artist, 1

Japanese Black Platinum Gold Porcelain Vase by Contemporary Master Artist, 1

Japanese Black Platinum Gold Porcelain Vase by Contemporary Master Artist, 1

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Contemporary Japanese porcelain vase, hand painted showcasing a dramatic dragon set against a dimpled black background, a signed piece from the signature dragon collection by highly ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Gold, Platinum

Antique Meiji Period Japanese Porcelain 19th c Arita Plate flowers Enamel
Antique Meiji Period Japanese Porcelain 19th c Arita Plate flowers Enamel

Antique Meiji Period Japanese Porcelain 19th c Arita Plate flowers Enamel

Antique Meiji Period Japanese Porcelain 19th c Arita Plate flowers Enamel

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Description Very happy with this new arrival. The scene consists mainly of flowers but also a pagode is painted in between them. The flowers appear to be peonies and chrysanthemums ...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

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Porcelain

Japanese Contemporary Black Platinum Gold Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 4
Japanese Contemporary Black Platinum Gold Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 4

Japanese Contemporary Black Platinum Gold Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 4

Japanese Contemporary Black Platinum Gold Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 4

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Exquisite Japanese dimpled decorative porcelain vase intricately hand painted in gold and platinum, showcasing a dramatic scene of a phoenix extending its beautiful long wings, set a...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Gold, Platinum

Japanese Contemporary Porcelain Box Orange Green by Master Artist
Japanese Contemporary Porcelain Box Orange Green by Master Artist

Japanese Contemporary Porcelain Box Orange Green by Master Artist

Japanese Contemporary Porcelain Box Orange Green by Master Artist

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Magnificent Japanese museum quality exhibition piece contemporary decorative porcelain box/centerpiece, extremely intricately hand-painted in vivid blue, orange and green on a stunni...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Circa 1860-80 Japanese Imari Grand Scale Charger
Circa 1860-80 Japanese Imari Grand Scale Charger

Circa 1860-80 Japanese Imari Grand Scale Charger

Circa 1860-80 Japanese Imari Grand Scale Charger

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Circa 1860-80 Japanese Imari Grand Scale Charger. Meiji period. Superbly decorated with naturalistic reserves & asymmetric diapered panels; note the foo dog pair. 24.25" dia., 3 3/8"...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Japanese Satsuma Vase – Hand-Painted Meiji-Era Masterpiece
Antique Japanese Satsuma Vase – Hand-Painted Meiji-Era Masterpiece

Antique Japanese Satsuma Vase – Hand-Painted Meiji-Era Masterpiece

Antique Japanese Satsuma Vase – Hand-Painted Meiji-Era Masterpiece

By Satsuma

Located in Bochum, NRW

Antique Japanese Satsuma Vase – Hand-Painted Meiji-Era Masterpiece Japanese Satsuma ceramic vase with polychrome decorations of Japanese men and soldiers in armor. Golden details. Ja...

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1930s Japanese Vintage Meiji Ceramics

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Porcelain

Antique Pair 19C Japanese Satsuma High Quality Black Vases Landscape Uchida
Antique Pair 19C Japanese Satsuma High Quality Black Vases Landscape Uchida

Antique Pair 19C Japanese Satsuma High Quality Black Vases Landscape Uchida

Antique Pair 19C Japanese Satsuma High Quality Black Vases Landscape Uchida

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Description A pair of Japanese Satsuma black-ground vases, Uchida marks, Meiji/Taisho period Of ovoid form with everted rims, painted in gilt with scenes of Mount Fuji against a bl...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

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Porcelain

Large Antique 19-20th C Japanese Satsuma Vase Japan Meiji Period Landscape
Large Antique 19-20th C Japanese Satsuma Vase Japan Meiji Period Landscape

Large Antique 19-20th C Japanese Satsuma Vase Japan Meiji Period Landscape

Large Antique 19-20th C Japanese Satsuma Vase Japan Meiji Period Landscape

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Fabulous Satsuma vase with a circular mountainious landscape scene with a bridge and ladies in a pagode garden. Condition Overall condition some spots of enamel loss on the body,...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Earthenware

Circa 1860s Meiji Period Japanese Imari Porcelain Oval Scalloped Bowl
Circa 1860s Meiji Period Japanese Imari Porcelain Oval Scalloped Bowl

Circa 1860s Meiji Period Japanese Imari Porcelain Oval Scalloped Bowl

Circa 1860s Meiji Period Japanese Imari Porcelain Oval Scalloped Bowl

By Imari Porcelain

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Japanese Imari oval scalloped bowl, circa 1860s. Meiji period porcelain. Exuberantly decorated with fans, chrysanthemums, peonies & tendrils around the inside & out. Foot rim with "d...

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1860s Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

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Porcelain

Meiji Period Japanese Igezara Transferware Plate with Phoenix and Foliage Motifs
Meiji Period Japanese Igezara Transferware Plate with Phoenix and Foliage Motifs

Meiji Period Japanese Igezara Transferware Plate with Phoenix and Foliage Motifs

Meiji Period Japanese Igezara Transferware Plate with Phoenix and Foliage Motifs

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Japanese Meiji period Igezara transferware plate from the late 19th century, with phoenix and foliage motifs. Created in Japan during the Meiji era, this Igezara transferware plate...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

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Pottery

Huge Antique Meiji Japanese Bronze Bird of Prey On a Rock Gold Elements Marked
Huge Antique Meiji Japanese Bronze Bird of Prey On a Rock Gold Elements Marked

Huge Antique Meiji Japanese Bronze Bird of Prey On a Rock Gold Elements Marked

Huge Antique Meiji Japanese Bronze Bird of Prey On a Rock Gold Elements Marked

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Huge Antique Meiji Japanese Bronze Bird of Prey On a Rock Gold Elements Marked Condition Close to perfect condition, just some ware. 40 x 45CM LengthxWidexHeight (including base) P...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

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Metal, Bronze

Japanese Porcelain Vase in Red and Blue by Contemporary Master Artist
Japanese Porcelain Vase in Red and Blue by Contemporary Master Artist

Japanese Porcelain Vase in Red and Blue by Contemporary Master Artist

Japanese Porcelain Vase in Red and Blue by Contemporary Master Artist

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Stunning contemporary decorative porcelain vase showcasing a blue and turquoise Phoenix gracefully extending its wings all around the body of the vase on a red background with a deta...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Ceramics

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Gold

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Pottery Bowl Imperial Figures Kizan 1890
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Pottery Bowl Imperial Figures Kizan 1890

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Pottery Bowl Imperial Figures Kizan 1890

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Pottery Bowl Imperial Figures Kizan 1890

Located in Portland, OR

A very fine antique Japanese Meiji period Satsuma pottery bowl, circa 1890. The bowl having a lobed rim and finely decorated & gilt to the outside with a 'thousand flowers' decoratio...

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1890s Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

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Pottery

Pair of Japanese Late Meiji Period Fukagawa Porcelain Vases, circa 1900
Pair of Japanese Late Meiji Period Fukagawa Porcelain Vases, circa 1900

Pair of Japanese Late Meiji Period Fukagawa Porcelain Vases, circa 1900

Pair of Japanese Late Meiji Period Fukagawa Porcelain Vases, circa 1900

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Superb pair of Japanese large Meiji period Fukagawa signed porcelain vases (circa 1900). Intricately hand-painted in cobalt blue underglaze with polychrome and gold overglaze on a st...

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Early 1900s Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

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Gold

Meiji Satsuma Earthenware Urn or Vase with Foo Dog Sculpture, Japan circa 1880
Meiji Satsuma Earthenware Urn or Vase with Foo Dog Sculpture, Japan circa 1880

Meiji Satsuma Earthenware Urn or Vase with Foo Dog Sculpture, Japan circa 1880

Meiji Satsuma Earthenware Urn or Vase with Foo Dog Sculpture, Japan circa 1880

By Satsuma

Located in Atlanta, GA

A magnificent testament to the artistry of the Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912), this rare Satsuma earthenware urn is an extraordinary find. Crafted in Japan circa 1880, its delicat...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

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Earthenware

4 Old or Antique Signed Kakufuku Japanese Kaikemon Imari Porcelain Rice Bowls
4 Old or Antique Signed Kakufuku Japanese Kaikemon Imari Porcelain Rice Bowls

4 Old or Antique Signed Kakufuku Japanese Kaikemon Imari Porcelain Rice Bowls

4 Old or Antique Signed Kakufuku Japanese Kaikemon Imari Porcelain Rice Bowls

By Sakaida Kakiemon Xii

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine set of 4 Japanese Imari porcelain bowls Each decorated throughout with kaikemon blue, red, and green natural scenes and extensive gilding. Marked to the base with a blue underglaze maker's mark for Kakufuku. Simply a fine set of Japanese rice bowls...

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20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

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Porcelain

Exceptional Large Satsuma Vase with Cover
Exceptional Large Satsuma Vase with Cover

Exceptional Large Satsuma Vase with Cover

Exceptional Large Satsuma Vase with Cover

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional and large Satsuma vase with cover with foo dog finial, finely enameled and gilt. Drilled apparently for use previously as table lamp. Firing crack to the lid, otherwise...

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1880s Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

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Ceramic

Large Japanese Imari Rabbit Bowl, Meiji Period, mid 19th Century, Japan
Large Japanese Imari Rabbit Bowl, Meiji Period, mid 19th Century, Japan

Large Japanese Imari Rabbit Bowl, Meiji Period, mid 19th Century, Japan

Large Japanese Imari Rabbit Bowl, Meiji Period, mid 19th Century, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

An impressive and large Japanese Imari bowl with a golden spotted hare or rabbit, early Meiji Period (1864 to 1912), mid 19th century, Japan The fantastic Imari bowl featuring a c...

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Mid-19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

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Porcelain

Large Antique Bronze Vase Decorated Genryusai Seiya Eagle Bird of Prey
Large Antique Bronze Vase Decorated Genryusai Seiya Eagle Bird of Prey

Large Antique Bronze Vase Decorated Genryusai Seiya Eagle Bird of Prey

Large Antique Bronze Vase Decorated Genryusai Seiya Eagle Bird of Prey

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Description Nicely made artifact of very high quality. The vase is shaped nicely and the addition of a bird of prey, Eagle, on a branch is amazing. The mark reads: ?? Seiya. T...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Bronze

Large Japanese Porcelain Dragon Vase by Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period
Large Japanese Porcelain Dragon Vase by Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period

Large Japanese Porcelain Dragon Vase by Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period

Large Japanese Porcelain Dragon Vase by Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period

By Makuzu Kozan

Located in Atlanta, GA

Made by the studio of the legendary Japanese imperial potter Makuzu Kozan (1842-1916), this is a large porcelain vase glazed in a soft yellow color with a subtle gradient, on top of ...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Late 19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Imari Plate
Late 19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Imari Plate

Late 19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Imari Plate

Late 19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Imari Plate

By Imari Porcelain

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Late 19th century Meiji period Japanese Imari Plate. Extravagantly decorated with butterflies, floral & geometric motifs surrounding elegant Phoenix birds in flight. Blue underglaze ...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Lovely 19c Antique Meiji Period Japanese Charger Bird Bronze Cloisonne
Lovely 19c Antique Meiji Period Japanese Charger Bird Bronze Cloisonne

Lovely 19c Antique Meiji Period Japanese Charger Bird Bronze Cloisonne

Lovely 19c Antique Meiji Period Japanese Charger Bird Bronze Cloisonne

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Description Lovely and beautifully made piece. Provenance: Originally part of the Catherina collection of Japanese bronzes and cloisonne that was partly auctioned in Amsterd...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Bronze

Late 19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Imari Plate
Late 19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Imari Plate

Late 19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Imari Plate

Late 19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Imari Plate

By Imari Porcelain

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Late 19th century Meiji period Japanese Imari Plate. Extravagantly decorated with butterflies, floral & geometric motifs surrounding elegant Phoenix birds in flight. Blue underglaze ...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Meiji Period (1868-1912) Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan
Japanese Meiji Period (1868-1912) Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan

Japanese Meiji Period (1868-1912) Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan

Japanese Meiji Period (1868-1912) Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan

By Kinkozan

Located in Newark, England

JAPANESE SATSUMA PROCESSIONAL VASE From our Japanese collection, we are delighted to introduce to the market this Japanese Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan. The vase with a compressed body ...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery

Koro Satsuma Japanese ceramic
Koro Satsuma Japanese ceramic

Koro Satsuma Japanese ceramic

Koro Satsuma Japanese ceramic

Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Koro Satsuma Japanese ceramic Japanese glazed ceramic in various colors Meiji Style Circa 1940 Origin Japan It has traditional images painted on its front and back. The purpose of th...

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1940s Japanese Vintage Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Enamel

Fine Japanese Satsuma Vase by Ryozan Okamoto for Yasuda Company Meiji Period
Fine Japanese Satsuma Vase by Ryozan Okamoto for Yasuda Company Meiji Period

Fine Japanese Satsuma Vase by Ryozan Okamoto for Yasuda Company Meiji Period

Fine Japanese Satsuma Vase by Ryozan Okamoto for Yasuda Company Meiji Period

Located in Atlanta, GA

A finely decorated Japanese satsuma ceramic vase by Ryozan Okamoto (c.1820s-1910s) for Yasuda. Ryozan is the head artist working for Yasuda company, a Japanese ceramic makers and dea...

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Early 1900s Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Antique 19th Century Japanese Satsuma High Quality Vase Satsuma Figural Scene
Antique 19th Century Japanese Satsuma High Quality Vase Satsuma Figural Scene

Antique 19th Century Japanese Satsuma High Quality Vase Satsuma Figural Scene

Antique 19th Century Japanese Satsuma High Quality Vase Satsuma Figural Scene

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Description: Fabulous small Japanese. Absolute top quality decoration a pottery. Marked at the base. Condition: Overall condition 1 perfect, 1 with restoration to rim. Size: 90 ...

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20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

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Earthenware

Meiji Satsuma Dragons & Immortals Cup & Saucer by Kitagawa-zō, Signed Dai Nippon
Meiji Satsuma Dragons & Immortals Cup & Saucer by Kitagawa-zō, Signed Dai Nippon

Meiji Satsuma Dragons & Immortals Cup & Saucer by Kitagawa-zō, Signed Dai Nippon

Meiji Satsuma Dragons & Immortals Cup & Saucer by Kitagawa-zō, Signed Dai Nippon

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Meiji Satsuma Cup and Saucer by Kitagawa-zō with Dragons and Immortals, Signed Dai Nippon An extraordinary Meiji-period Satsuma porcelain cup and saucer, attributed to the distingui...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

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Pottery

Set of 4 Nice Meiji Period Kutani Dishes. Ca 1880 Japan Porcelain dinner plates
Set of 4 Nice Meiji Period Kutani Dishes. Ca 1880 Japan Porcelain dinner plates

Set of 4 Nice Meiji Period Kutani Dishes. Ca 1880 Japan Porcelain dinner plates

Set of 4 Nice Meiji Period Kutani Dishes. Ca 1880 Japan Porcelain dinner plates

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Description A very nicely decorated set of plates with super nice painting Condition report: Dish 1 with chip and hairline. Dish 2 with small chip. Dish 3 with some chips to base ri...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

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Porcelain

Japanese Satsuma Vase Pair by Senzan Meiji Period
Japanese Satsuma Vase Pair by Senzan Meiji Period

Japanese Satsuma Vase Pair by Senzan Meiji Period

Japanese Satsuma Vase Pair by Senzan Meiji Period

Located in Newark, England

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING From our Japanese Satsuma collection, we’re pleased to offer this unusually shaped pair of Japanese Satsuma vases, signed by the artist Senzan 泉山 and dating...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

Japanese Imari Porcelain Okimono Otafuku Erotic Aspect Meiji Period
Japanese Imari Porcelain Okimono Otafuku Erotic Aspect Meiji Period

Japanese Imari Porcelain Okimono Otafuku Erotic Aspect Meiji Period

Japanese Imari Porcelain Okimono Otafuku Erotic Aspect Meiji Period

Located in Atlanta, GA

Beloved Japanese Shinto goddess of mirth, joy, and good fortune, Otafuku, also known as Okame is often associated with longevity and fertility. Distinct for her chubby cheek, joyful...

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Early 1900s Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

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Porcelain

Japanese Porcelain Vase Meiji Period Makuzu Kozan
Japanese Porcelain Vase Meiji Period Makuzu Kozan

Japanese Porcelain Vase Meiji Period Makuzu Kozan

Japanese Porcelain Vase Meiji Period Makuzu Kozan

By Makuzu Kozan

Located in Atlanta, GA

A finely decorated and glazed Japanese porcelain vase by Makuzu Kozan (1842-1916) circa 1900s Meiji Period. The vase is of a classic bottle form with baluster body and short neck. It was decorated with underglaze white magnolia blossom on a pleasant celadon background. The stamens of the flower were artistically rendered in a low relief, giving the design a realistic appeal with the dimension. Miyagawa Kozan...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

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Porcelain

Contemporary Japanese Blue and White Porcelain Vase by Master Artist
Contemporary Japanese Blue and White Porcelain Vase by Master Artist

Contemporary Japanese Blue and White Porcelain Vase by Master Artist

Contemporary Japanese Blue and White Porcelain Vase by Master Artist

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Exceptional Japanese contemporary decorative porcelain vase, intricately hand-painted in cobalt blue underglaze on a stunningly shaped porcelain body, a signed masterpiece by highly ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Antique Earthenware Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan Meiji Period
Japanese Antique Earthenware Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan Meiji Period

Japanese Antique Earthenware Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan Meiji Period

Japanese Antique Earthenware Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan Meiji Period

By Kinkozan

Located in Newark, England

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING MEIJI PERIOD (1868-1912) From our Japanese Satsuma collection, we’re pleased to offer this Meiji period bottle-form Satsuma vase by Kinkozan. The vase is...

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Early 1900s Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

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Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery

Satsuma Imperial Vase "A Thousand Faces" Meiji Period
Satsuma Imperial Vase "A Thousand Faces" Meiji Period

Satsuma Imperial Vase "A Thousand Faces" Meiji Period

Satsuma Imperial Vase "A Thousand Faces" Meiji Period

By Satsuma

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

Satsuma Imperial Vase "A Thousand Faces" Meiji Period A Japanese collectible vase, hand painted decorated with intricate designs and figures, with a classic shape and painted with va...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Ceramics

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Ceramic

Meiji ceramics for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Meiji ceramics for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage ceramics created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include asian art and furniture, decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, porcelain and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Meiji ceramics made in a specific country, there are Asia, East Asia, and Japan pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original ceramics, popular names associated with this style include Satsuma, Kinkozan, Makuzu Kozan, and Fukagawa. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for ceramics differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $65 and tops out at $40,660 while the average work can sell for $1,905.

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