Small Tripod Satsuma Earthenware Vase Decorated With The 18 Luohans, 19th Century
Small tripod vase with polychrome enamel and gold decoration, made of Satsuma earthenware. The rim is multi-lobed and outlined in gold. The decoration consists of figures with halos within cartouches on a dotted background. These are the 18 Luohans or Arhats, figures from Buddhist mythology. The background is covered with decorative motifs reminiscent of paper cutouts. On the neck, there are motifs of crosses inscribed within circles. Through the rim, one can see the off-white, crackled enamel background characteristic of Meiji-period (1868–1912) Satsuma ware. This is a highly refined Japanese piece... Read more
Condition report: in very good condition.
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Period: 19th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Good condition
Material: Earthenware
Width: 10
Height: 15
Depth: 10
Reference (ID): 1787193
Availability: In stock
