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Pair of Vintage Japanese Satsuma Style Ginger Jars with Figural Decoration

Pair of Vintage Japanese Satsuma Style Ginger Jars with Figural Decoration

$85.00 USD

Decorative pair of vintage Japanese Satsuma-style ceramic ginger jars featuring hand-painted figural scenes with children and attendants in traditional dress. Richly decorated with heavy gilt accents, moriage-style raised enamel detailing, and textured geometric and floral motifs throughout. Each jar is topped with a matching domed lid and finial.

These export-style decorative jars were commonly produced in Japan during the mid-20th century and are inspired by traditional Kutani and Satsuma wares.

Features:

  • Matching pair

  • Hand-painted figural scenes

  • Heavy gold gilt decoration

  • Raised moriage enamel detailing

  • Domed lids with finials

  • Japanese satsuma-inspired export ware

Condition Notes:

  • Visible age-related wear to gold trim and enamel

  • Minor crazing and firing irregularities typical of this type

  • Inspect carefully for lid chips, rim flakes, or hairlines

  • Decorative rather than fine antique Satsuma quality

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