Taisho Satsuma Butterfly Vase

A signed Satsuma vase, probably Taisho period, early 20th…
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A signed Satsuma vase, probably Taisho period, early 20th century, with bordered four character mark, a tapering straight-sided vase embellished with polychrome and gilt butterflies upon a cream ground; bordered black and gilt cartouche underside, height 24.5 cm

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  • Cartouche - An ornamental panel in the form of of a shield, oval or rectangular scroll with curling edges. It may be carved into the back of a chair or the top of a sideboard, or present on a piece of silver or jewellery, and contain the initials of the original owner, heraldic symbols, or some other inscription, such as the details of a presentation.

    In ceramics the term defines the central area of a vase or similar with a decorative border in one of the shapes above, into which a decorative scene or figures have been painted.
  • Polychrome - Made or finished in many colours. For furniture, it is used to indicated a painted finish.

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