Japanese Kyoto Satsuma Bowl “woman And Children”, Late Meiji Period (c.1890)

Elegant Kyoto Satsuma bowl, c.1890, probably from the Heian or Hododa workshop. The interior scene shows a graceful bijin and children beneath a flowering camellia tree in a quiet domestic garden. Painted in fine enamels and gold, the composition captures the late Meiji Kyoto aesthetic — a balance of gentle storytelling and precise linework.

The inner border features alternating gilt floral medallions and enamelled panels, while the exterior bears a frieze of iris leaves. The original mark has been removed from the base, a recognised Kyoto workshop practice from early 20th-century export resale.

Measurements

• Height: 5.5 cm / 2.16″

• Diameter: 12.6 cm / 4.96″

• Weight: 236 g

Condition
Excellent antique condition. Light abrasion to the base where a mark was once placed; otherwise perfect, with no chips, cracks, or restorations. The wooden stand shown is not included.

Shipping & Packaging
Fully tracked and insured delivery.
Shipping cost includes professional packaging, careful handling, and secure postage.
Carefully packed using recycled materials where possible.

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