Antique Japanese Satsuma Lidded Jar With Hand-Painted Figural Scenes

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This is a fine antique Japanese Satsuma lidded jar, dating to the late Meiji or early Taisho period. The piece … Read more This is a fine antique Japanese Satsuma lidded jar, dating to the late Meiji or early Taisho period. The piece features the characteristic ivory crackle-glazed body, richly decorated with hand-painted polychrome enamel scenes depicting figures in traditional attire.

Elaborate gilt and raised moriage enamel work accent the intricate detail throughout the surface.

The squat, bulbous form is topped with a matching lid and a simple knob finial. This jar is a classic example of Japanese export ceramics, serving as a striking accent for a collector or a sophisticated interior. See less