As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this exceptional quality Meiji Period (1868-1912) Satsuma vase by the well recorded and highly coveted artist Seikozan, on this occasion Seikozan has painted a four panel vase in exquisite detail, each panel a miniature work of art in their own right. The panels display everyday life in Japan including scenes of cranes at rest and in flight within a lakeside setting as well as bijins seated beneath a cherry blossom tree. Each panel framed with fine gilt borders interspersed with crysanthemum and geometric diaper patterns, the shoulders finely worked in millefiori benath the gilded rim, the underside of this jewel of a vase carries the gilt signature seal for Seikozan.
Provenance :
Direct from private USA collection.
Condition report :
As a cabinet protected piece this vase remains in perfect condition.
Approximate Sizes :
Height : 5″ 12.7 cm
Width : 21/2″ 6.3 cm
Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item. ep 86