Petite Satsuma Gourd Vase with Bijin and Kannon Reserves

An exquisite petite gourd shaped Satsuma vase, Meiji period,…
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An exquisite petite gourd shaped Satsuma vase, Meiji period, 1868-1912, with signature and shimazu crest, the tapering lobed vase decorated with two reserves depicting bijin in a garden setting before cherry blossoms, and Kannon with sages, with brocaded, borders, black cartouche with crest underside, height 6.5 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.

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