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Antique Satsuma Vase – Meiji Era (1868–1912) Japanese Pottery with Gold Gilt and Crackle Glaze
  • Antique Satsuma Vase – Meiji Era (1868–1912) Japanese Pottery with Gold Gilt and Crackle Glaze
  • Antique Satsuma Vase – Meiji Era (1868–1912) Japanese Pottery with Gold Gilt and Crackle Glaze
  • Antique Satsuma Vase – Meiji Era (1868–1912) Japanese Pottery with Gold Gilt and Crackle Glaze
  • Antique Satsuma Vase – Meiji Era (1868–1912) Japanese Pottery with Gold Gilt and Crackle Glaze
  • Antique Satsuma Vase – Meiji Era (1868–1912) Japanese Pottery with Gold Gilt and Crackle Glaze
  • Antique Satsuma Vase – Meiji Era (1868–1912) Japanese Pottery with Gold Gilt and Crackle Glaze
  • Antique Satsuma Vase – Meiji Era (1868–1912) Japanese Pottery with Gold Gilt and Crackle Glaze
  • Antique Satsuma Vase – Meiji Era (1868–1912) Japanese Pottery with Gold Gilt and Crackle Glaze
  • Antique Satsuma Vase – Meiji Era (1868–1912) Japanese Pottery with Gold Gilt and Crackle Glaze
  • Antique Satsuma Vase – Meiji Era (1868–1912) Japanese Pottery with Gold Gilt and Crackle Glaze
  • Antique Satsuma Vase – Meiji Era (1868–1912) Japanese Pottery with Gold Gilt and Crackle Glaze
  • Antique Satsuma Vase – Meiji Era (1868–1912) Japanese Pottery with Gold Gilt and Crackle Glaze
Antique Satsuma Vase – Meiji Era (1868–1912) Japanese Pottery with Gold Gilt and Crackle Glaze

Antique Satsuma Vase – Meiji Era (1868–1912) Japanese Pottery with Gold Gilt and Crackle Glaze

$1,379.00

A magnificent Satsuma ware vase from the late Meiji Era (1868–1912) – a true representation of Japan’s golden age of ceramic artistry.

✨ Artistic Features:
• Classic crackle glaze base, a signature of premium Satsuma pottery.
• Lavishly decorated with mineral pigments and gold gilt, creating a luminous yet antique charm.
• Hand-painted motifs of pheasants (or peacocks) among peonies and plum blossoms — symbols of nobility, spring, and prosperity.
• Distinctive four-handled design near the rim, characteristic of ceremonial or high-status decorative pieces from the late 19th century.

🎨 Historical Significance:
Crafted entirely by hand and painted by master artisans, this piece embodies the refined elegance of Meiji-era export art, when Japan first opened to global trade. These vases were highly sought after by European and American collectors for their exquisite craftsmanship and luxurious aesthetic.

🈶 Mark (Seal):
Features a red base seal with gold Kanji inscription “薩摩製” (Satsuma Sei) — meaning Made in Satsuma.
This hallmark denotes production by a prestigious Satsuma kiln, known for export-quality pieces without individual artist names.

✅ Authenticity Indicators:
• Genuine natural crackle glaze with dense, fine crazing.
• Heavy ceramic body with authentic aging and luster.
• Gold detailing finely preserved — all hallmarks of an authentic late-Meiji Satsuma artifact.

🪷 A rare collector’s piece that captures the harmony of elegance, tradition, and Japanese craftsmanship.
Available exclusively at Chikoyaki – Japanese Pottery & Art.

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