Description: Matching pair of Japanese Satsuma earthenware vases, each featuring a traditional scene of bijin (beautiful women) and children in a lush landscape with cherry blossoms and architectural elements. The vases are decorated with intricate "millefiori" style floral borders at the shoulders and bases, heavily accented with raised moriage and gold gilt. The ivory-colored ground shows the fine, characteristic crackle glaze typical of authentic Satsuma ware. The reverse of each vase features a complementary floral or landscape composition. Each base bears a gold square mark with two red characters, likely identifying the specific workshop or artist.

Details:

• Medium: Glazed earthenware with gold and enamel

• Dimensions: H: 7 in; W: 4 in each

• Signatures: Gold square seal with characters on base

• Condition: Good antique condition. Some wear to the gold gilt on the rims and raised areas consistent with age. No major chips, cracks, or visible restorations.

Japanese Satsuma vases Meiji period Taisho period bijin motif cherry blossom vase antique Japanese pottery gold gilt ceramic hand painted oriental vases pair of earthenware vases Japanese export art moriage enamel decoration