Teapot - Earthenware - Meiji Satsuma teapot
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Meiji-period Satsuma teapot in fine faience from Japan, with hand‑painted figural scenes, moriage gilding and a crackled ivory glaze; height 11 cm, width 15 cm, diameter 8.5 cm, weight 315 g, excellent overall condition with a small chip under the foot not visible in display.
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Exceptional Japanese Satsuma ceramic fine-meiji period teapot (circa 1880–1900), a Kyoto (Awata) work, moriage decoration of remarkable delicacy
Superb and rare Japanese Satsuma porcelain teapot, dating from the Meiji period (late 19th century), notable for the richness of its decoration and the quality of its craftsmanship.
The piece features an ivory glaze finely crazed (kannyu), characteristic of older Satsuma productions. It is entirely hand-decorated with figurative Japanese scenes of great finesse, depicting figures in an ornate environment, accompanied by floral motifs and birds.
The execution stands out for the precision of the drawing: faces delicately drawn, expressions legible, hands detailed with five distinct fingers, and plumage finely nuanced. The overall work testifies to careful pictorial craftsmanship, far from common productions.
The decoration is enriched by a remarkable raised gold work (moriage), applied point by point with a brush. This demanding technique, perfectly mastered here, gives the surface a vibrant texture and a particularly elegant visual depth. The density and regularity of the moriage indicate work from a skilled workshop.
The decorative composition, the quality of the gilding, and the general style align with Kyoto productions (Awata style), intended for export during the golden age of Satsuma ceramics in the Meiji period.
Dimensions:
Height: 11 cm
Width (including handle and spout): 15 cm
Diameter: 8.5 cm
Weight: 315 g
Condition:
Very good overall condition. Note a small chip under the foot, not visible in display and with no impact on stability. Foot wear and a network of cracks consistent with the piece’s age.
Signature:
No visible signature, which is common for certain Kyoto Satsuma exports from the late 19th century.
Remarks:
The fineness of the work, the richness of the decoration, and the quality of the moriage place this teapot among the finest Satsuma productions of the Meiji period. It constitutes a particularly appealing example of Kyoto workshops’ know-how, combining decorative precision with technical mastery.
An elegant, expressive and decorative piece, ideal for a collector or enthusiast of ancient Japanese ceramics.
Exceptional Japanese Satsuma ceramic fine-meiji period teapot (circa 1880–1900), a Kyoto (Awata) work, moriage decoration of remarkable delicacy
Superb and rare Japanese Satsuma porcelain teapot, dating from the Meiji period (late 19th century), notable for the richness of its decoration and the quality of its craftsmanship.
The piece features an ivory glaze finely crazed (kannyu), characteristic of older Satsuma productions. It is entirely hand-decorated with figurative Japanese scenes of great finesse, depicting figures in an ornate environment, accompanied by floral motifs and birds.
The execution stands out for the precision of the drawing: faces delicately drawn, expressions legible, hands detailed with five distinct fingers, and plumage finely nuanced. The overall work testifies to careful pictorial craftsmanship, far from common productions.
The decoration is enriched by a remarkable raised gold work (moriage), applied point by point with a brush. This demanding technique, perfectly mastered here, gives the surface a vibrant texture and a particularly elegant visual depth. The density and regularity of the moriage indicate work from a skilled workshop.
The decorative composition, the quality of the gilding, and the general style align with Kyoto productions (Awata style), intended for export during the golden age of Satsuma ceramics in the Meiji period.
Dimensions:
Height: 11 cm
Width (including handle and spout): 15 cm
Diameter: 8.5 cm
Weight: 315 g
Condition:
Very good overall condition. Note a small chip under the foot, not visible in display and with no impact on stability. Foot wear and a network of cracks consistent with the piece’s age.
Signature:
No visible signature, which is common for certain Kyoto Satsuma exports from the late 19th century.
Remarks:
The fineness of the work, the richness of the decoration, and the quality of the moriage place this teapot among the finest Satsuma productions of the Meiji period. It constitutes a particularly appealing example of Kyoto workshops’ know-how, combining decorative precision with technical mastery.
An elegant, expressive and decorative piece, ideal for a collector or enthusiast of ancient Japanese ceramics.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
Meiji Satsuma teapot
Number of objects
1
Material
Earthenware
Country of origin
Japan
Dynastic style/period
Meiji period (1868-1912)
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
11 cm
Width
15.2 cm
Diameter
8.6 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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