{"product_id":"pair-of-japanese-meiji-satsuma-vases-by-kinkozan-kyoto-c-1890-1910","title":"Pair of Japanese Meiji Satsuma Vases by Kinkōzan, Kyoto, c.1890–1910","description":"A rare and beautiful pair of Japanese Satsuma vases by Kinkōzan, Kyoto, dating to the late Meiji period, circa 1890-1910. Both vases are signed on the base with the gilt mark Dai Nippon \/ Kinkōzan, one of the most important and desirable names in the Satsuma market.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nKinkōzan is one of the great names of Meiji-period Kyoto Satsuma. The workshop became famous for refined cream crackled glaze, very fine enamel painting, rich gilded detail and elegant compositions made for the highest level of the international market. Signed Kinkōzan pieces are highly sought after because they represent one of the strongest and most recognisable names in Japanese Satsuma ceramics.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis pair is decorated with a refined autumn scene of birds among maple branches. The rounded form allows the decoration to continue around the body of each vase, creating a complete and harmonious design. The birds are finely painted in soft blue-green enamel, with delicate gilt feather detail. The maple leaves are shown in red, brown, black and gold, creating a warm and highly decorative contrast with the cream crackled ground.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe quality of the painting is excellent. The birds, branches and leaves are not roughly filled in, but carefully drawn and balanced. The gilded borders around the necks add richness without overwhelming the composition. This is a signed Kinkōzan pair with real collector appeal and strong decorative presence.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition:\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition is excellent. The first vase has only minor rubbing to the gilding on the rim and slight dirt within the natural crackle, which could be carefully cleaned. The second vase is excellent, with no visible loss of gilding. Both vases have been examined under ultraviolet light and show no cracks, no restoration and no structural damage. The pair is presented on its fitted wooden stands.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nDimensions:\u003cbr\u003e\nFirst vase: height without stand 19.5 cm; height with stand 21.7 cm; diameter 15.3 cm; weight without stand 772 g.\u003cbr\u003e\nSecond vase: height without stand 19.4 cm; height with stand 21.4 cm; diameter 15.3 cm; weight without stand 719 g.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease study the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description. If you have any questions, we will be happy to answer them. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance.\u003cbr\u003e\n","brand":"Gillers Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62883860742474,"sku":"B1736","price":4000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/5351\/6106\/files\/il_fullxfull.8036993032_l9gj.jpg?v=1785909444","url":"https:\/\/gillersantiques.com\/products\/pair-of-japanese-meiji-satsuma-vases-by-kinkozan-kyoto-c-1890-1910","provider":"Gillers Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}