{"product_id":"antique-japanese-satsuma-moriage-pitcher-hand-painted-figural-ewer-vase-raised-enamel-gold-gilt-meiji-style-art-pottery-436000608","title":"Antique Japanese Satsuma Moriage Pitcher | Hand Painted Figural Ewer Vase | Raised Enamel Gold Gilt | Meiji Style Art Pottery","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeasures approx. 10.5\" tall x 5.5\" wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE DESCRIPTION!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e✨ Details I believe based upon my online research:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrigin: Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStyle: Satsuma \/ Moriage\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Glazed ceramic with raised enamel \u0026amp; gilt\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDecoration: Hand-painted figural scenes, floral motifs\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eForm: Pitcher \/ Ewer \/ Decorative Vase\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEra: Late 19th–early 20th century style (Meiji influence)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease note: There is a crack at the front foot of the vase as shown in the last photo.  A few notes about the crack:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLocation: Bottom of the foot (least visible area)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eType: It is NOT a structural crack in that it does not affect the structure or stability of the pitcher. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVisibility: Can be hidden when displayed\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eImpact on decoration: (no damage to moriage or figural panels)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is not a rim crack, body crack, or spout crack which would be much more visible\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut, because it is there I have priced this much lower than I would have otherwise.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VeryVintageFinds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50549864824994,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/9403\/5618\/files\/a97e08d1-2b8a-4bf4-b843-13397c43fe75-copy.jpg?v=1790734760","url":"https:\/\/veryvintagefinds.com\/products\/antique-japanese-satsuma-moriage-pitcher-hand-painted-figural-ewer-vase-raised-enamel-gold-gilt-meiji-style-art-pottery-436000608","provider":"VeryVintageFinds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}