Miniature Meiji Satsuma Vase – Chosei, Family Scene, Kyoto, c.1890

Miniature Meiji Satsuma Vase – Chosei, Family Scene, Kyoto, c.1890

£1,400.00
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Miniature Meiji Satsuma Vase – Chosei, Family Scene, Kyoto, c.1890
  • Miniature Meiji Satsuma Vase – Chosei, Family Scene, Kyoto, c.1890
  • Miniature Meiji Satsuma Vase – Chosei, Family Scene, Kyoto, c.1890
  • Miniature Meiji Satsuma Vase – Chosei, Family Scene, Kyoto, c.1890
  • Miniature Meiji Satsuma Vase – Chosei, Family Scene, Kyoto, c.1890
  • Miniature Meiji Satsuma Vase – Chosei, Family Scene, Kyoto, c.1890
  • Miniature Meiji Satsuma Vase – Chosei, Family Scene, Kyoto, c.1890
  • Miniature Meiji Satsuma Vase – Chosei, Family Scene, Kyoto, c.1890
  • Miniature Meiji Satsuma Vase – Chosei, Family Scene, Kyoto, c.1890
  • Miniature Meiji Satsuma Vase – Chosei, Family Scene, Kyoto, c.1890
  • Miniature Meiji Satsuma Vase – Chosei, Family Scene, Kyoto, c.1890
  • Miniature Meiji Satsuma Vase – Chosei, Family Scene, Kyoto, c.1890
  • Miniature Meiji Satsuma Vase – Chosei, Family Scene, Kyoto, c.1890
  • Miniature Meiji Satsuma Vase – Chosei, Family Scene, Kyoto, c.1890
  • Miniature Meiji Satsuma Vase – Chosei, Family Scene, Kyoto, c.1890
  • Miniature Meiji Satsuma Vase – Chosei, Family Scene, Kyoto, c.1890
  • Miniature Meiji Satsuma Vase – Chosei, Family Scene, Kyoto, c.1890
  • Miniature Meiji Satsuma Vase – Chosei, Family Scene, Kyoto, c.1890
  • Miniature Meiji Satsuma Vase – Chosei, Family Scene, Kyoto, c.1890
  • Miniature Meiji Satsuma Vase – Chosei, Family Scene, Kyoto, c.1890
  • Miniature Meiji Satsuma Vase – Chosei, Family Scene, Kyoto, c.1890
  • Miniature Meiji Satsuma Vase – Chosei, Family Scene, Kyoto, c.1890
  • Miniature Meiji Satsuma Vase – Chosei, Family Scene, Kyoto, c.1890
  • Miniature Meiji Satsuma Vase – Chosei, Family Scene, Kyoto, c.1890
  • Miniature Meiji Satsuma Vase – Chosei, Family Scene, Kyoto, c.1890
Miniature Meiji Satsuma Vase – Chosei, Family Scene, Kyoto, c.1890

Miniature Meiji Satsuma Vase – Chosei, Family Scene, Kyoto, c.1890

£1,400.00
Rare Meiji-era Japanese miniature Satsuma vase by Chosei, Kyoto, c.1890-1900. This finely enamelled work depicts a peaceful family moment: a seated couple with a child, surrounded by lacquered trays and tea vessels. The scene evokes warmth, order, and the refined harmony of traditional Japanese interiors.

Rendered in meticulous polychrome enamel and dense gilding, the surface features intricate patterns on garments, trays and architecture. Notably, the vase displays an advanced decorative technique of raised gold dotwork — a method famously used by Yabu Meizan. This stippled gold approach elevates the vase to the highest category of Satsuma export ceramics.

The piece bears the signature "Chosei-zō" (長生造) in red enamel, verified under UV and multiple lighting setups.

Highly collectible and ideal for display in both classic and modern interiors.

Measurements
Height: 10.7 cm / 4.21″
Diameter: 5.4 cm / 2.13″

Condition
In excellent original condition with no damage or restoration (UV tested). Gilding retains its brightness with minor age wear.

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