This pair of Japanese Satsuma earthenware vases is designed with an integrated base formed by reclining Shi-Shi (Guardian Lions). The vases feature a rich gold ground decorated with finely painted Immortals or Lohans, characterized by raised Moriage enamel detailing and gilded halos. The lions are finished in a dark ferruginous wash with white stippling and gilded accents on the manes and tails. Each piece bears a two-character pressed seal mark on the underside.

Details Height 5 in Length 3 in Width 2 in Medium Gilt and Enameled Pottery Condition Minor gilt wear to the rims and high points, light crazing consistent with age, and a small surface chip to the underside of one base.

Japanese Satsuma, Meiji period, Shi-Shi vases, Foo Dog base, Moriage enamel, gilded pottery, Japanese Immortals, Lohan figures, oriental ceramics, antique export porcelain, hand-painted vases, mythological lions, Asian art collection, miniature Satsuma, Kyoto ware.