Anonymous

Meiji period, 19th century

1868-1912

Vase

A large six-sided Satsuma vase in enamel paint and crackle glaze. The vase depicts three panels of peonies, chrysanthemums and blossom and three panels of Chinese figures two of which are warriors and one sage or learned man. These figures are likely from Chinese mythology or history and the Japanese were fascinated by Chinese culture at the time.

Around the neck is the symbol of the emperor. The Imperial Seal of Japan or National Seal of Japan, also called the Chrysanthemum Seal (菊紋, kikumon).

Signed Satsuma

365mm x 180mm