Antique Japanese Satsuma Moriage Pitcher | Hand Painted Figural Ewer Vase | Raised Enamel Gold Gilt | Meiji Style Art Pottery

This exquisite Japanese Satsuma-style moriage pitcher is a richly decorated example of traditional Japanese art pottery, featuring raised enamel floral motifs, gilt detailing, and hand-painted figural scenes encircling the body.

Measures approx. 10.5" tall x 5.5" wide.

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The rounded form is lavishly adorned with textured moriage blossoms in jewel tones, while the central panels depict finely detailed figures in a landscape setting—an iconic hallmark of Meiji-era inspired Satsuma ceramics. The elegant curved spout and ornate handle complete the sculptural silhouette, making this piece as striking as it is collectible.

Whether displayed as a decorative vase, showcased in a Japanese ceramics collection, or used as a statement accent, this pitcher embodies the craftsmanship and visual richness Satsuma ware is known for.

✨ Details I believe based upon my online research:

Origin: Japan

Style: Satsuma / Moriage

Material: Glazed ceramic with raised enamel & gilt

Decoration: Hand-painted figural scenes, floral motifs

Form: Pitcher / Ewer / Decorative Vase

Era: Late 19th–early 20th century style (Meiji influence)

Please note: I do not know whether or not this is food or liquid safe - it might just be intended for display purposes only. I really don't know.

Please note: There is a crack at the front foot of the vase as shown in the last photo. A few notes about the crack:

Location: Bottom of the foot (least visible area)

Type: It is NOT a structural crack in that it does not affect the structure or stability of the pitcher.

Visibility: Can be hidden when displayed

Impact on decoration: (no damage to moriage or figural panels)

This is not a rim crack, body crack, or spout crack which would be much more visible

But, because it is there I have priced this much lower than I would have otherwise.