As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this fine quality Meiji Period (1868-1912) fluted Satsuma bowl by the well recorded and highly coveted artist Seikozan. In this instance the artist has painted a complex shaped lobed and fluted bowl , the shape representative of the Imperial chrysanthemum, the interior central roundel features seated scholars from which rise eighteen fluted panels each painstakingly painted with people in various pursuits interspersed with panels of butterflies and landscapes, the interior rim finished in millefiori . Similarly the exterior displays a further eighteen scenes of precious objects as well as people in various pursuits interspered with panels of flora , each panel further decorated with geometric bands, the underside of this impressive bowl carries the gilt signature seal Gyokudo Kozan for Seikozan.
Provenance :
Direct from private USA collection.
Previously recorded on page 222 : Satsuma Romance of Japan, 2011 , Louis Lawrence.
Condition report :
Fine condition with minimal gilt wear to the rim.
Approximate Sizes :
Height : 3″ 7.5 cm
Diameter : 5 1/4″ 13.5 cm
Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item. EP86