Satsuma ware is a type of pottery that originated in the Satsuma province of Japan, which is now known as Kagoshima prefecture. Satsuma ware is known for its distinctive designs, which often feature intricate patterns and detailed images.

The history of Satsuma ware dates back to the late 16th century, when the first kilns were established in the region. At that time, Satsuma ware was mostly produced for local use, and the designs were simple and utilitarian. However, in the late 17th century, the Satsuma domain was ruled by the Shimazu family, who encouraged the production of high-quality ceramics as a way to boost the local economy.

Under the Shimazu family's patronage, Satsuma ware began to evolve into a more refined art form. The potters began to experiment with new techniques and designs, and the kilns produced a range of ceramics, from tea bowls and sake cups to more...

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Antique Satsuma brooch set in rose gold tests as, with bird and…

Antique Satsuma brooch set in rose gold tests as, with bird and floral decoration, diameter 4 cm

A Victorian 9ct rose gold frame pendant, with later painted…

Rose Gold Pendant with Satsuma Porcelain and Turquoise

A Victorian 9ct rose gold frame pendant, with later painted Satsuma porcelain disc depicting pansies and set with turquoise beads. Diameter 3 cm. Weight all in 8.1grams.

Satsuma brooches, three of circular form and one of rectangular…

Dragon and Floral Satsuma Brooch Set

Satsuma brooches, three of circular form and one of rectangular form, decorated with dragons, flowers and mountain scene(3)

Satsuma double Buckle/Brooch, of shaped oval form, decorated…

Satsuma Bird Buckle/Brooch

Satsuma double Buckle/Brooch, of shaped oval form, decorated with birds perched within trees, with cobalt surrounds, length 7 cm

Satsuma brooch, of quatrefoil form, decorated with bird and…

Gilt Accented Satsuma Quatrefoil Brooch with Bird and Flowers

Satsuma brooch, of quatrefoil form, decorated with bird and flowering branches, in tones of pink, green and blue, accented in gilt, a/f to clasp, length 5 cm

A Satsuma brooch, featuring a landscape scene, diam. 42 mm.

Satsuma Landscape Brooch, 42mm Diameter

A Satsuma brooch, featuring a landscape scene, diam. 42 mm.

Five early 20th century silver and Satsuma hat Pins; 2 x 1910…

Silver and Satsuma Hat Pins Collection

Five early 20th century silver and Satsuma hat Pins; 2 x 1910 Shillings, an enamelled maple leaf, and 2 x Satsuma scalloped plaque featuring mother and daughter (1 chip), stamp to back, other pendeloque shape featuring a dragon, all with steel pins,…

Brooches, three, Satsuma, with floral and bamboo scenes

Satsuma Floral and Bamboo Brooch Trio

Brooches, three, Satsuma, with floral and bamboo scenes

Satsuma bracelet, eight hexagonal links, with individual scenes

Hexagonal Satsuma Bracelet with Scenic Links

Satsuma bracelet, eight hexagonal links, with individual scenes

Brooches, two, Satsuma, with decorative painted scenes

Satsuma Painted Scene Brooches

Brooches, two, Satsuma, with decorative painted scenes

Brooch and belt buckle, two, Satsuma, with decorative painted…

Satsuma Painted Brooch and Belt Buckle Set

Brooch and belt buckle, two, Satsuma, with decorative painted scenes

Satsuma belt, 13 pendants, with individual Scenery, EPNS back

Satsuma Belt with Scenery Pendants

Satsuma belt, 13 pendants, with individual Scenery, EPNS back

A Satsuma brooch, Japan, Meiji period, square form with hand…

Meiji Satsuma Geisha Brooch

A Satsuma brooch, Japan, Meiji period, square form with hand painted images of three Geishas. Brass. Width 4.8 cm

Vintage Satsuma bracelet, size:17 cm with a damascene brooch

Satsuma Bracelet & Damascene Brooch Set

Vintage Satsuma bracelet, size:17 cm with a damascene brooch

Good Satsuma hat pin finely painted with cranes

Finely Painted Satsuma Crane Hat Pin

Good Satsuma hat pin finely painted with cranes

Vintage Satsuma buckle converted to a brooch

Satsuma Buckle Brooch Conversion

Vintage Satsuma buckle converted to a brooch

A Satsuma trinket box, Showa period, mid 20th century, with…

Satsuma Wisteria Trinket Box with Mt. Fuji Landscape

A Satsuma trinket box, Showa period, mid 20th century, with mark of Koshida, the lidded box decorated with pendant purple wisteria and distant view landscape scene of Mt Fuji in colours with gilt highlights upon a cream ground, with further wisteria…

Satsuma brooch, peacock (converted from a buckle)

Peacock Satsuma Brooch

Satsuma brooch, peacock (converted from a buckle)

Satsuma oval brooch, flowers (coverted from a buckle)

Satsuma Flower Oval Brooch

Satsuma oval brooch, flowers (coverted from a buckle)

Two antique Satsuma brooches; one heart shaped with floral…

Antique Satsuma Dragon and Floral Brooches - Pair

Two antique Satsuma brooches; one heart shaped with floral motif, the other oval depicting dragon in clouds, both 46 mm in width

A Satsuma brooch and a painted ceramic pendant with 14ct gold…

Satsuma Brooch and Painted Ceramic Pendant with Gold Chain

A Satsuma brooch and a painted ceramic pendant with 14ct gold necklet chain. (2)

Japanese Satsuma brooch

Japanese Satsuma Floral Brooch

Japanese Satsuma brooch

Satsuma brooch, mark to metal ware

Satsuma Metalware Brooch

Satsuma brooch, mark to metal ware

Satsuma pottery brooch, three circular panels with hand painted…

Hand-painted Satsuma Pottery Brooch with Circular Panels

Satsuma pottery brooch, three circular panels with hand painted design