Vintage Yellow, White and Black Satsuma Enamelled Porcelain Vases, a Pair, Signed

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A pair of fabulous Japanese Satsuma style export vases with intricate hand painted scenes of Japanese geishas or courtesans (Bijin-ga) … Read more A pair of fabulous Japanese Satsuma style export vases with intricate hand painted scenes of Japanese geishas or courtesans (Bijin-ga) in two panels/cartouches surrounded by lots of white flowers, and a black border. Intricate floral side panels. These really are nicely painted, with lustrous thick enamels & gold/gilt paint.
Crashing waves form the base, while exotic plants and unusual detailing with gilt work highlights the flaring neck area.
Red crowned cranes and 'mons' are present.
Rich enamel and gilt work ornamentation throughout, with raised enamelling.
Made in China for the Japanese export market - hence th high quality of the work and porcelain.
Mid Century. Signed on the base in underglaze iron red - Tongzhi Reign mark, however these are Mid 20th. Century.
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