{"product_id":"paire-de-vases-japonais-satsuma-debut-xxe-siecle-decor-polychrome-et-dore-a-personnages-signature-d-atelier-31-cm","title":"Pair of early 20th century Japanese Satsuma vases – polychrome and gilt decoration with figures – workshop signature – 31 cm","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"428\"\u003eSuperb pair of Japanese Satsuma-type ceramic vases, probably dating from the early 20th century, hand-decorated in the tradition of Japanese export workshops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"430\" data-end=\"752\"\u003eEach vase features rich polychrome and gilded decoration depicting characters inspired by traditional Japanese figures (Rakan \/ dignitaries type), surrounded by finely worked geometric and floral motifs. The whole is enhanced with burnished gold gilding offering subtle reflections depending on the light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"908\"\u003eThe characteristic cracked glaze and the slightly raised work (raised enamels and pointillism) attest to quality craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003eThe bases bear a Japanese workshop signature in the form of a cartouche, typical of Satsuma productions intended for export at the end of the Meiji era or the beginning of the Taishō era. Depending on the angle of the light, this signature may appear dark when viewed straight on and reveal golden reflections in grazing light, a characteristic phenomenon of the use of burnished gold in traditional decorations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1432\"\u003eTraditional symbolic motifs, including a stylized mon, also reinforce the decorative richness of the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1510\"\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003eHeight 31 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003eWidth 18 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1476\" data-end=\"1479\"\u003eWeight approximately 1.6 kg per vase\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003eVery good overall condition.\u003cbr data-start=\"1541\" data-end=\"1544\"\u003eNo chips or cracks to report, which is relatively rare for this type of old ceramic.\u003cbr data-start=\"1640\" data-end=\"1643\"\u003eLight traces of use and micro-wear on the gilding consistent with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1853\"\u003eAs each piece is entirely hand-decorated, slight variations may be observed, contributing to their authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"2024\"\u003eIdeal for elegant interior decoration, Japanese or Asian ambiance, collection of old ceramics, or displayed as a pair on a console or piece of furniture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"2024\"\u003eA refined decorative pair perfectly illustrating the work of early 20th-century Japanese export workshops, combining fine execution and strong visual presence.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arphilex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57231757967692,"sku":null,"price":800.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1039\/2272\/9292\/files\/3_98bca99f-4a9e-4957-a312-1203598cc6ec.png?v=1775834305","url":"https:\/\/arphilex.com\/en\/products\/pair-of-vases-japanese-satsuma-early-20th-century-polychrome-and-gilded-decoration-with-figures-workshop-mark-31-cm","provider":"Arphilex","version":"1.0","type":"link"}