Lot #269: Vintage Large Satsuma Vase

Satsuma ware vase, a type of Japanese pottery known for its intricate and often gilded decoration. Origin: Satsuma ware originated in Satsuma Province, southern Kyūshū, Japan. Characteristics: It is distinguishable by its warm cream, ivory-to-beige background with a crackled glaze and features elaborate overglaze designs in various colors, often including gold. Export Ware: The elaborately decorated export Satsuma, particularly popular in the 19th century, was designed to appeal to Western tastes and became one of Japan's most recognized and profitable export products. Decoration: Common motifs include landscapes, figures in traditional robes, flowers, and geometric patterns, often richly painted in gold. Measurements: see photos Pickup category timeslot {A}