Lot 116: Pair of Japanese Decorative Ceramic Wares: Satsuma Vase & Imari Lid

Description

A charming pair of Japanese decorative ceramic wares, featuring a miniature Satsuma-style vase and an Imari-style lid. The vase showcases a finely crackled glaze and intricate hand-painted polychrome decoration depicting a traditional landscape scene with mountains, water, buildings, and figures, accented with delicate gilt details. The companion piece is a vibrant Imari-style lid, richly adorned with floral patterns in characteristic blue, orange, and gold overglaze enamels, complete with a scalloped edge and a finial. Key Details: * Origin/Era: Late 19th to Early 20th Century Japanese * Material: Glazed Ceramic * Style: Satsuma (vase), Imari (lid) Condition: Minor wear is visible to the gilt details on the vase's rim. The finial tip of the lid shows some small chips or glaze loss, and the underside rim displays minor manufacturing imperfections consistent with age and use. Interesting fact: * Satsuma ware is a distinctive Japanese earthenware renowned for its finely crackled glaze and elaborate hand-painted designs, often featuring landscape scenes or figurative motifs with lavish gold accents. * Imari ware is a celebrated style of Japanese porcelain, historically exported from the port of Imari, recognized for its bold use of blue, red, and gold enamels in detailed floral and geometric patterns. Use: Ideal for collectors of Japanese ceramics or as elegant decorative accents in a living space, showcasing traditional Asian artistry.

Condition Report

Minor wear to the gilt details on the vase's rim. The lid exhibits some small chips or glaze loss on the finial tip and minor manufacturing imperfections on the underside rim consistent with age.

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