A truly exceptional antique Japanese Meiji period Satsuma hexagonal vase by Kozan circa mid to late 19th century (1860s to 1890s). Finely hand painted motifs to each side, depicting 3 scenes of daily life as well as 3 panels featuring intricate florals and patterned motifs. The details and execution are superb- the top and base feature richly hand-painted florals and gilded patterns in painstaking detail. This is one of the finest Satsuma pieces we have come across.
Richly gilded throughout, which is a signature of Satsuma pottery, and particularly so in this vase.
Satsuma pottery is one of Japan’s most distinctive ceramic styles, and first achieved renown at the Exposition Universelle in Paris, 1867. Pottery from that period, as exemplified by these vases, is considered some of the finest produced by Japan and was a foundation of Japanese trade with the West during the Meiji Period.
The base bears a handpainted backstamp in kanji with the Shimazu komon and the marks for 大日本, Satsuma, and 光山造 which indicates this was made in Kozan within a black cartouche with gilt details.
Price marked at $2000 AUD.
Measurements: 23.5cm high, 12cm across at widest point.
Excellent antique condition with minimal wear to paint and gilt. Light wear to base commensurate with age.
