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Short Satsuma Vase
- This vase is adorned with geometric patterns and gold gilding, featuring two captivating scenes
- The painted scenes feature a town, figures, cranes and nature
- The size of the vase makes the designs impressive as the artist was able to capture great detail
- For over 150 years, Satsuma ware has been a testament to the brilliance of Japan's Meiji period
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For over 150 years, Satsuma ware has stood as a testament to the artistic brilliance of Japan's Meiji period, captivating collectors around the globe. Celebrated for its unique style characterized by intricate overglaze enamel and delicate gilding, Satsuma ware beautifully portrays nature with detailed depictions of flowers and animals. This esteemed ceramic tradition originated near Kagoshima Prefecture on Kyushu Island, initially crafted by skilled Korean artisans for the local elite. Its international acclaim skyrocketed following the 1867 Exposition Universelle in Paris. Today, Satsuma ware continues to be a revered art form, cherished in major Japanese cities and highly sought after by collectors worldwide.
Circa Meiji period
3 1/2" high x 2 1/2" in diameter

| Period: | 19th Century |
| Origin: | Asia |
| Type: | Vases/Vessels |
| Depth: | 2.5 in. (6.35 cm) |
| Width: | 2.5 in. (6.35 cm) |
| Height: | 3.5 in. (8.89 cm) |
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