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Japanese Sumida Gawa ceramic pitcher, c. 1890-1910

$850
£634.91
€736.08
CA$1,180.20
A$1,322.86
CHF 688.77
MX$16,152.64
NOK 8,744.91
SEK 8,289.39
DKK 5,491.92
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About the Item

Japanese Sumida Gawa pottery pitcher decorated in a relief of two boys playing. The makers underglaze cobalt blue signature can be seen on an applied plaque. It is one of the marks of Inoue Ryosai. Japan, made for the Western trade, circa 1890-1910.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)Diameter: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900
  • Condition:
    Very good original condition. Wear commensurate with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Kenilworth, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 37041stDibs: LU6534240940652

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