Antique Japanese Meiji Period Minitaure Satsuma Vase with Rakan & Handles c1900 (Code 2725)

Description

A miniature Japanese Satsuma Ware vase dating to the late Meiji period c1900.  It has two gilt finished handles which are modelled as dragons.  The body is painted with Rakan and a scene with women and children indoors, there is also a Samurai around the neck.  To the base it is marked in kanji 'Satsuma' beneath the Shimazu clan crest.

Condition

Minor gilt wear with some losses of the gilt at the rim.  The crazing on Satsuma ware is intentional.
 

Measurements (Approx)

Width:  5.8 cm  ( 2 1/4 inch )

Height:  8.5 cm  ( 3 3/8 inch )

Weight:  76 grams (before packing)


Stock Code:  2725  AG21-1

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