Japanese Fujii Shumei porcelain vase with mountain landscape design
A large modern Japanese Fujii Shumei studio vase, late 20th century, the large ovoid porcelain vase with small mouth, decorated in delicate shades of underglaze blue with tree covered mountains, with snowy peaks in the distance. With an incised signature…
Satsuma Kinkozan Lotus Bowl with Enamel Designs
Satsuma Kinkozan Japanese lotus shaped earthenware bowl with enamel pomegranate, butterflies and peony designs, Meiji period, late 19th early 20th century, ten character seal mark to the side. 16 cm high, 44 cm across
Kinkozan Satsuma Vases - Meiji Period
A fine pair of Kinkozan Satsuma vases. Meiji period (1868-1912), the baluster shaped vases with waisted necks and reserves exquisitely painted in a muted palette with figures in traditional narrative scenes, upon a cobalt ground with rich gold scrollwork…
Gilded Meiji Vase: Nightingales, Figures, and Porcelain Stand
Unusual Japanese Meiji period vase and stand, with spreading lip above an elongated neck, painted with nightingales amongst flowering branches, above a lobed baluster body decorated with scenes of figures on a heavy gilt ground, raised on a circular foot…
Blue and White Figures Bowl with Tomobako
A blue-and-white 'figures' double-walled bowl with tomobako, 14.2 cm diam. and 7.5 cm high
Celadon Tripod Censer with Tomobako
A celadon-glazed tripod censer with tomobako, 8.4 cm diam., 5.9 cm high
Signed Satsuma Vase with Elder and Dragon Decoration
Satsuma vase finely decorated with elders and a dragon, with signature panel to base. Height 44 cm
Japanese Satsuma Vases with Figurative Scenes
A pair of Japanese Satsuma vases Mejij period (1868-1912) decorated in 2 panel cartouches depicting figurative scenes signed kukozo to the base of each Height 32 cm
Meiji Period Satsuma Vase: Gion Matsuri Festival and Elegance
A large Japanese Satsuma vase, Meiji period (1868-1912), impressive and lively scenes in enamels and gilt of the Gion Matsuri festival with the Naginata Hoko (Halberd Hoko) float taking centre stage, the reverse with ladies practicing elegant pursuits in…
Japanese Satsuma Quatrefoil Vases, Meiji Period
A large pair of Japanese Satsuma quatrefoil vases, Meiji Period, circa 1890, each one decorated with genre scenes in four large panels, in gilt and enamels against a gilt midnight blue ground, Kinkozan six character mark to base, 42 cm high. Provenance: R…
Meiji Satsuma Bowl with Butterfly and Flower Design
A Satsuma bowl, Meiji period (1868-1912), the interior finely decorated with ?thousand butterflies? design, the exterior with exotic flowers, including chrysanthemum and peony, signed, 16 cm diameter
Meiji Satsuma Jar with Children and Tea Ceremony Scenes
A Satsuma bell-shaped jar and cover, Meiji period (1868-1912), decorated with panels depicting children playing, tea ceremony and landscape, signed, 9.5 cm high
Meiji Satsuma Koro with Silver Cover
A Japanese Satsuma koro and pierced silver cover, Meiji period (1868-1912), of ovoid form, fan shaped decorative panels depicting traditional floral Japanese motifs, three-character mark, red seal and Shimazu mon, 12.5 cm high
Seikozan Satsuma Basket with Three Lidded Vases
A Satsuma basket of three lidded vases Meiji period / signed Seikozan styled as a trio of small lidded vases connected by a twisted handle gilt signature to underside of lid. 18.5 cm width
Meiji Satsuma Vases with Figures and Blossoms
A pair of Satsuma vases. Meiji period (1868-1911), each with alternating panels of figures in landscapes and cherry blossoms, each signed on the base. 26.5 cm high
Meiji Satsuma Dish with Kannon Riding Carp
Fine Satsuma Meiji period porcelain dish by Ryozan of shallow circular form, depicting Kannon in heavily decorated robes, holding a lotus flower and riding a sacred carp, in tones of green, orange, pink and blue on a black ground, accented with delicate…
Butterfly Satsuma Vase Signed 24cm
Satsuma slender vase decorated with butterflies, signed to base. Height 24 cm
Large Satsuma Tassel Vases, Meiji Period
A pair of large covered Satsuma tassel vases, probably late Meiji period, early 20th century. of generous proportions, the baluster vases richly embellished with moriage enamel and gilding in an iron red, tan and pale blue palette with figural reserves…
Kyoto Satsuma Hibachi with Poppies by Ito Tozan I
A Japanese Kyoto Satsuma hibachi, Ito Tozan I (1846-1920), Meiji period (1868-1912), of cylindrical bamboo segment-form with three bamboo form legs, finely decorated to one side with raised enamel work of a naturalistic spray of poppies in pink and green…
Kinkozan Satsuma Vase with Procession Scene
A Satsuma earthenware vase by Kinkozan, Meiji period, of double gourd form, the sides painted in colours and gilding with processions of figures variously occupied in celebrations, the base with impressed mark Kinkozan. 21.5 cm high. Provenance: Zorich…
Kutani Porcelain Erotica Figure, Late Meiji Period
A Japanese kutani porcelain erotica figure, late Meiji period. 16 cm high, 20 cm wide
Kinkozan Meiji Period Satsuma Footed Bowl: Birds and Flowers
Satsuma Meiji period footed bowl by Kinkozan, the bowl of deep circular form with a shaped rim, the interior beautifully decorated with birds in flight and perched on maple branches, accented with stylised gilt floral border, the exterior decorated with…
Hiroe Swen (Japanese/Australian, b. 1934). Vase, c. 1981, slab and coil built stoneware of rounded box form, ivory cream satin glaze, with overlaid decoration with two blue patches of sky and two Japanese cranes on each side, artists signature and seals…
Japanese Satsuma Vases - Pair, Stamped, 15cm Height
Pair of good Japanese Satsuma vases, stamped to base, height 15 cm approx
Japanese Satsuma Bird & Wisteria Photo Frame
A very rare Japanese Satsuma photo frame depicting birds, wisteria & coastal scene height 24 cm
Rare Japanese Kenjo-Imari Twelve-Sided Bowl, Edo Period (1603-1868)
A rare Japanese Kenjo-Imari twelve sided bowl, Edo period (1603-1868), 1688-1704, moulded with twelve sides and an everted rim, decorated to the interior in underglaze blue, enamels and gilding with a landscape roundel, the cavetto with shaped reserves…
Shimizu Uichi Studio Vase with Persimmon and Iron Splashes
A Japanese studio vase by Shimizu Uichi (1926-2004), Showa period (1926-1989), of baluster form in stoneware with a large persimmon glaze splash to one side, and to the other a smaller iron brown splash. Impressed circular mark for Uichi to the base.…
Imaizumi Imaemon Nabeshima Vase with Karako and Peonies
A large Japanese Nabeshima vase by Imaizumi Imaemon; Taisho (1912-1926) or Showa period (1926-1989); decorated profusely with karako (Chinese boys) amongst peonies, signed by Imaemon to base. 38 cm high, 30 cm diameter
Japanese Staghorn Karashishi Okimono, Meiji Period
A Japanese Staghorn okimono, Meiji period (1868-1912), ornately carved in the form of a Karashishi (Chinese lion), the mythological creature standing proud with its mouth open and uttering the 'Aum' or 'seed of the universe' sound. It's hair and tail in…
Japanese Hokuriku Ware Storage Jar, Heian/Kamakura Period
A large Japanese Hokuriku Ware storage jar, Heian (794-1185) or Kamakura period (1192-1333), Generously potted in globular form with four ears to the shoulder, and a gently flaring mouth, 44 cm high, 36 cm diameter.
Satsuma Butterfly and Immortal Vases on Stands
A pair of large Satsuma vases feauturing butterflies and immortals, with ususual drip glazed effect midsection, on stands, height 56 cm
Polychrome Bijin Figure with Floral Kimono and Obi
A polychrome figure of a Bijin, Meiji period, the young woman standing with head turned slightly to one side, a fan clasped in both hands held in front, wearing a long floral decorated striped kimono and a broad gilt and blue wave pattern obi tied on the…
Meiji Satsuma Jar with Gilt and Enamel Design
A rare Satsuma ovoid jar, Meiji Period, 1868-1912, decorated with a raised gilt and enamel design between two gilt textile-style bands, all on a glossy olive to emerald green glaze, signed Kinkozan Zo within a gourd (incorporated in the decoration), 9 cm…
Meiji Satsuma Kinkozan Porcelain Dish
Fine Satsuma Meiji period Kinkozan porcelain dish, of shallow circular form, decorated with central reserve depicting a lady and children in a lotus garden, surrounded by intricate gilt floral border, the exterior in cobalt glaze, marked Kinkozan to base,…
Satsuma Kinkozan Vase with Ladies and Warriors
Magnificent Satsuma Kinkozan vase, of baluster form, tapering from the shoulders, decorated with two reserves of ladies and warriors, surrounded by fine brocade work in tones of gilt and orange on a cobalt ground, signed verso, height 31 cm
Japanese Showa Tsubo Tea Storage Vessel
A Japanese Showa period tsubo tea storage of globular form with five lugs and blue white and yellow treacly coloured glaze, 38 cm high.
Meiji Satsuma Brocade Vase with Outdoor Scenes
Satsuma brocade vase Meiji period, 19th century, of square baluster form, painted in enamels and gilt, each face painted with a different outdoor scene of mountainous landscape, ducks, samurai and group of noblewomen and their attendants. Height 16 cm
Red Stoneware Vase by Yasuhisa Kohyama
Yasuhisa Kohyama (b. 1936) vase four panelled stoneware in tones of red, woodfired with coarse naturally textured surface, artist's mark inscribed to base. Height 28 cm. Provenance: Estate of Prof. Alan Walker
An important pair of large Hododa signed Japanese Meiji period two handle satsuma exhibition vases superbly hand painted and gilded with panels of immortals and geisha in mountain landscapes, finely gilded elephant head handles, tops and bases, signed to…
Japanese Kinkozan Reticulated Lidded Koro with Figurative Scenes
A Japanese reticulated lidded Koro by Kinkozan decorated in 3 panel cartouches of figurative scenes and flowers on the lid. The body is enamelled and gilt with 2 panels of figurative scenes on three peaked feet. Inscribed Kinkozan to the base. Height 11 cm
An impressive tall pair of double gourd Japanese late Meiji period exhibition vases attributed to Kinkozan factory, having superb continuous hand painted floral, geometric and gilded decoration circa 1912. Height 35 cm, width 17 cm
Japanese Satsuma Bowl with Daimyo and Samurai Scene
A Japanese Satsuma earthenware bowl from the Kinkozan factory, the interior with octofoil panel painted in gilt and enamel with ten daimyo and samurai assembled in a group around an unfurled scroll on the ground. The exterior with two panels, one an…
Tozan Satsuma Vases with Ladies in Landscapes
A pair of Japanese Satsuma vases, by Tozan, Meiji period (1868-1912) each vase is finely decorated with ladies in landscapes, Tozan siganature mark to the base., 23.54 cm. Provenance: Estate of the late June Harris.
A Japanese two handled Satsuma vase by Kinkozan
Meiji Period Japanese Satsuma Ware Lidded Box
A Japanese Satsuma ware lidded box Meiji period (1868 ? 1912). The box is finely decorated depicting a variety of painted panels including narrative figurative scenes; geisha girls seated; flowers and foliage; mountainous landscape and river scenes.…
Satsuma Koro with Silver Lid and Mountainous Scene
A finely painted Satsuma Koro, with cast silver decorated lid. Beautifully decorated both front and back with multiple figures in a mountainous setting, fine geometrical patterning to top and bottom. Height 13 cm
Meiji Satsuma Censer with Tea Ceremony Scene
Stunning Satsuma Meiji period censer, of squat globular form with an inverted rim, the body beautifully decorated with frieze of forty six seated ladies in a tea ceremony with screens and vases, below a rim decorated with intricate border of melons, wings…
Japanese Satsuma Vase with Alpine River Landscape and Monkeys
A fine Japanese Satsuma earthenware vase, by Toyama, ovoid shape, with four panels painted with and alpine river landscape; birds beneath wisteria; women reading beside a lamp and monkeys playing in a blossom tree, framed by various gild and enamel diaper…
Kinkozan Satsuma Vase with Birds and Flowers
A Japanese Kinkozan hexagonal Satsuma vase, Meiji period (1868-1912), decorated with two large panels of birds and flowers, reversed against a gilt decorated midnight blue ground, Kinkozan mark, 29.8 cm high
Meiji Satsuma Dragon Vases
A pair of Japanese Satsuma vases, Meiji period, late 19th century. Each decorated with painted flowers, the middle section painted in gold with two dragons chasing flaming pearl, signed 'Dainihon Taizen sei' to the base., 39 cm high
Kyoto Satsuma Vases with Dragons and Chrysanthemums
A large Japanese pair of Kyoto Satsuma vases Taizan Yohei, Meiji period, circa 1880's, of flaring flower-form section, with vertical bands of decoration alternating between diaper brocade designs and scrolling flowers, with three separate horizontal…
Japanese Satsuma Vase with Rakans and Dragons
A large Japanese Satsuma vase Meiji period (1868 - 1912), by Hododa baluster with rolled rim and shoulder displaying gilt mon, heavily detailed with numerous Rakans and dragons. Height: 38 cm
Meiji Kutani Vases with Cranes, Dragons and Scrolls
Pair of large Kutani vases, Meiji period (1868-1912), decorated with cranes, bamboo and prunus and enriched with painted dragons and scrolls, circa. 1880, 77 cm high
19th Century Hirodo Recumbent Cats from Japan
Two Japanese Hirodo recumbent cats, 19th century. Provenance: Property of a Gentleman, Melbourne
Satsuma Moon Flask with Duck and Lion Handles
Satsuma moon shaped flask painted with ducks amongst an lakeside scene to both sides, showing an autumn scene to one side & a spring scene to the other, having two lion form handles, signed to the base. Condition: good, minor wear to the base. Height 30 cm
Kinkozan Satsuma Blue Bird Bowl
Kinkozan Satsuma blue ground bowl decorated with birds perched on a branch within a lotus form panel, having three floral sprays painted to the exterior. Condition good, minor age related wear. Diameter 12.4 cm
Meiji Satsuma Miniature Vases with River Scene & Figures
A fine pair of Meiji Satsuma miniature vases with river scene and processional figures, signed to base Height 7.5 cm.
Meiji Period Satsuma Vase with Figures and Landscape
A Satsuma quatrefoil vase, Meiji Period, 1868-1912 decorated with figures and landscape, three character mark. 24.5 cm high
Meiji Satsuma Vase with Reticulated Net and Chrysanthemums
A rare Satsuma vase, Meiji Period, 1868-1912 the cylindrical body within a reticulated net the silvered neck and base embossed with a stylised chrysanthemum two character mark. 17 cm high
Shimaoka Stoneware Vase with Rope Inlaid Decoration
Tatsuzo Shimaoka, large stoneware vase, rope and slip inlaid decoration to the shoulder, the interior with tenmoku glaze, potter mark to the base, with signed wood box, height 26.5 cm. Provenance: Gary Winther Collection
Satsuma Koro with Lion Head Handles and Shi Shi Cover
A fine Satsuma Koro, late Edo/ Meiji period, 1860-70, mark of Dai Nippon (great Japan), signature, the censer with lion head ring handles and fantastic creature tripod feet, a well modelled shi shi lion dog to the cover, decorated to the body with four…
Ryozan Satsuma Vase, Meiji Period
Satsuma Japanese reticulated pottery vase by Ryozan, Meiji period, 15.5 cm high
Japanese Satsuma Tea Set by Tomonobu (1880)
A Japanese Satsuma three piece tea set by Tomonobu, circa 1880, a traditional style teapot of globular form with a side handle and a knopped lid and two small bowls, finely decorated with a central mons (crest) in a leaf design and medallions in red,…
Japanese Kingfisher-Blue Glazed Floor Vase, 1970
A striking kingfisher-blue glazed earthenware floor-vase, Japanese circa 1970, 79 cm high 58 cm diameter
Japanese Shigaraki Tsubo with Flying Ash Glaze by Otani Shiro
A Japanese Shigaraki Tsubo by Otani Shiro/Mugen (1936-), Heisei period (1989-2019), circa 1990, of spherical form in Shigaraki stoneware, part covered in flying ash glaze, displaying a rich and warm orange colour in the unglazed areas. Together with its…
Satsuma Peacock and Crane Vases
Satsuma trumpet shaped pair of vases each decorated with two panels of peacocks under a cherry blossom & cranes amongst bamboo, on a blue gilt ground, standing on three bamboo form feet. Signed to the base. Condition: good, minor paint wear. Height 22 cm
Satsuma earthenware censer by Fujisan, Meiji period
A Satsuma earthenware censer and cover by Fujisan, Meiji period, on tripod feet, painted in colours and gilding with medallions of figures reserved on a ground of flowering plants, the pierced cover of radiating gilt petals encircled on the narrow…
Ryokuzan Satsuma Vase with Maidens and Ducks
A Satsuma vase by Ryokuzan, Meiji period, the ovoid body decorated in polychrome enamels and gilding with on one side maidens in a garden setting with distant view of Mt. Fuji, and the reverse with a twin duck-shaped panel enclosing a landscape and…
Bird Motif Ceramic Vase by Hiroe Swen
Hiroe Swen vase, slip cast ceramic with bird motif, Japanese / Australian, 20 cm high, 27 cm wide, 15 cm deep
Crackled Glaze Japanese Ginger Jar on Stand
An oriental crackle glaze Japanese ginger jar on stand. 36 cm high
Blue Blossom Jar by Mitsuo Shoji
Mitsuo Shoji (Japanese born, based in Australia since 1973), blossom jar, blue glazed stoneware. Height 36 cm
Satsuma Double Handled Vase with Courting Scenes and Gilt Handles
Satsuma double handled vase featuring gilt double handles modelled as bamoboo, two panels of courting scenes with heavily decorated floral body & a signature panel to base height 31 cm
Satsuma Kinkozan Japanese Vase with Royal Procession and Wisterias
Satsuma Kinkozan Japanese earthen ware vase with Royal procession and wisterias, Meiji period, 19th/20th century, 10.5 cm high
Meiji Satsuma Sake Pot with Kinkozan Zo Mark
Satsuma Japanese ceramic Shinto shrine sake offering pot, Meiji period, Kinkozan Zo mark, 18 cm high
A palace size pair of highly decorated Japanese late Meiji period earthenware Satsuma vases having all over hand painted and gilded decoration, panels depicting Immortals, Samurai warriors, bijins & geometric patterns. Height 61 cm, width 29 cm
An important and fine quality Chozan signed Japanese Meiji period satsuma vase set on an ivory ground with superb gilding and finely detailed hand painted panels depicting traditional figures in landscapes, geometric painted & gilded borders signed on…
A fine Cho Shu-zan signed Japanese Meiji period Satsuma vase having a continuous hand painted landscape depicting Bijin & children feeding deer in a traditional pagoda roof house and mountain landscape, finest gilding and geometric patterns to top and…
Meiji Satsuma Vase with Geisha and Gardens
A large and impressive Meiji period Satsuma vase, ovoid with short trumpet mouth, hand painted in two large panels with geisha wearing extravagantly patterned kimono and attendants promenading in extensive lakeside gardens beneath flowering cherry blossom…
Japanese Satsuma Scholars Bowl
A small Japanese Satsuma lotus shape bowl depicting a group of Japanese scholars. Signed Shuzan to the base. Height 5 cm, Diameter 12 cm
Japanese Imperial Satsuma Thousand Flower Vases with Provenance
Pair of Japanese Imperial Satsuma Thousand Flower vases, reign marks to base, 21 cm high. Provenance: the Japanese government presented these vases to General McArthur who gave them to the Australian Colonel Mullely, who was his Chief of Staff, in…
Satsuma Ogurisu Vase with Gilt Floral Detail and Panels
Satsuma Ogurisu vase having finely painted gilt floral detail to the neck & two panels to the body, one of geisha at leisure, the other of a landscape pagoda scene. Both panels flanked by Japanese wisteria trees, with the tapered base painted with flowers…
Japanese Gilt Komai Vases, Meiji/Taisho Period
A pair of Japanese Komai hexagonal vases, Meiji/Taisho Period, early 20th century, finely decorated in gilt with birds, dragon, flowers and pagodas, signed on the base, 8.5 cm high
Satsuma Vase with Narrative Scenes and Phoenix Embellishments
A Satsuma vase, Meiji period, 1868-1912, with maker's mark for Kinkozan, the tapering ovoid vase with a small neck finely decorated with two figural, narrative scenes, women and children at leisure in a pavilion setting, and male courtly figures with…
An impressive tall Hododa signed Japanese Meiji period Satsuma gourd shape vase set on a rich cobalt ground having finely hand painted panels to front and rear depicting Samurai & Bijin in traditional ceremonial scenes, finest gilding in geometric &…
Gold Dragon Satsuma Urn with Samurai Decoration
Large Satsuma lidded urn decorated with gold dragons and samurais, Chinese characters stamp to base (A/F), height 35 cm. Provenance: Orlando Brown Collection, Mosman
Kinkozan Satsuma Vase with Genre Scenes
A Kinkozan satsuma beaker vase, Meiji Period (1868-1912), decorated with ladies and children in the landscape, impressed seal to base, together with a small ovoid satsuma vase with genre scene, gilt seal mark, 30 cm high
Antique Satsuma Tea Caddy with 4 Painted Panels
Large antique Satsuma tea caddy, with 4 finely painted panels, 23 cm wide, 16 cm high approx., lid finial damaged
Meiji Satsuma Vase by Sennosuke Kusube
An impressive Satsuma vase; by Sennosuke Kusube (1859-1941), Meiji period; of shouldered ovoid form in polychrome enamels and gilt over a clear crackled glazed, designed in four sections with pheasants and cherry blossoms, the reverse a further spring…
Edo Period White Porcelain Seated Tiger Figure
A Japanese white glazed porcelain figure of a seated tiger, late Edo period C. 1850, height 15.5 cm. Provenance: David Bluford collection and the Estate of John Lane, Elizabeth bay Sydney. Shapiro, SH111, 27 July 2015, lot 63. Purchased from the above
Kutani Gilded Vase with Crane and Floral Panels
Kutani two piece gilded vase with one floral panel, another panel with two men nurturing a crane & shi shi dog handles set upon a separate tri footed base with pierced floral banding. Signed with five character marks to base. Some damage to the stand.…
Meiji Satsuma Quatrefoil Vase with Kinkozan Mark
A Japanese Satsuma quatrefoil vase, Meiji period, circa 1890, decorated with on each panel with deities, 'Kinkozan' four characters mark. 29.5 cm high. Provenance: A Toorak Private Collection
Meiji Satsuma Wisteria Vase by Shuzan
A Satsuma doubled-gourd slender vase, Meiji Period, 1868-1912 finely decorated with wisteria in white enamel and gilt, seal mark of Shuzan. 24.2 cm high
Satsuma Samurai Vase with Gilt and Enamel Decoration
A large Japanese quatrefoil Satsuma vase, Meiji Period, 1868-1912 decorated with samurai and immortals in gilt and enamels, some raised in four panels, the flat shoulder with a floral gilt design four character Kinkozan mark, impressed mark and original…
Japanese Mingei Tsubo by Sakuma Totaro with Splashes
A Japanese Mashiko Mingei Tsubo by Sakuma Totaro (1900-1976), Showa period (1926-1989), circa 1950s, the baluster form stoneware tsubo with large splashes to the sides of green and kakiyu (persimmon) glazes. Together with tomobako (original inscribed box)…
Japanese Ko-Imari Peony and Village Scene Dishes
A pair of Japanese Ko-Imari dishes, Edo period (1603-1867), 1690-1710, decorated with peonies and village scenes, with a foliate rim. Each with metal wall hanging bracket, 6 cm high, 36 cm diameter.
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