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Pair of Satsuma Meiji period Niiyama signed 33cm vases - with official appraisal.
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Exceptional matched pair of Japanese Satsuma earthenware vases from the height of the Meiji Period (1868–1912). At a commanding 13 inches (33cm) in height, these "Cabinet" size vases represent the pinnacle of Japanese export art intended for the elite Western market.
The vases feature an intricate, hand-painted narrative of the Emperor and Empress, surrounded by high-relief Imperial Dragons executed in the prestigious Moriage technique. The level of detail in the faces and the layered texture of the scales is a hallmark of the Niiyama workshop.
Signatures: Both vases bear the authentic Niiyama mark to the base.
Condition: Pristine structural condition with no chips, cracks, or professional repairs. Fine, tight "honey-colored" crackle glaze as expected from the era.
Patina: Minor, graceful thinning of the gold gilding on the neck rims, consistent with 100+ years of age and a testament to their original, unrestored state.
Documentation: Accompanied by a 2023 professional appraisal from Empire Appraisers (Concord, Ontario), which valued the pair conservatively for insurance purposes.
Dimensions:
H: 33 cm (13") | W: 18 cm (7") | D: 18 cm (7")
Due to the high value and fragile nature of these Meiji-period vases, shipping is handled via a specialized fine-art courier. This fee includes full 'Ad Valorem' insurance for the total purchase price and double-layered packaging to ensure safe transit within Europe. Local pickup in Nieuwpoort, Belgium is also available at no cost.
Specifications
ConditionExcellentColorsGold, BlackMaterialCeramicNumber of items2Height33 cmWidth18 cmDepth18 cm
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Nieuwpoort, BelgiumOn Whoppah since February 2026 • 0 sales