2 Satsuma Vases Decorated With The “thousand Faces” Motif
2 Satsuma vases decorated with the “Thousand Faces” motif
Identical polychrome vases made of gilded ceramic and their cylinders
The vase is decorated with Lohan, enlightened disciples of the Buddha whose spiritual mission is to protect Buddhist teachings
The relief details and textured effects of the gilding and clothing were created using the moriage technique. This technique involves applying liquid clay to the vase before gilding and painting it, thereby creating a superb three-dimensional effect
Marked “Seizan” on the bottom, the name of a traditional potter
Slightly weathered at the top and bottom, but with no chips; overall, in very good vintage condition
15 cm wide at the base
13 cm wide at the top
38 cm tall
Early 20th-century Japanese craftsmanship (Taishō or Shōwa period)
Identical polychrome vases made of gilded ceramic and their cylinders
The vase is decorated with Lohan, enlightened disciples of the Buddha whose spiritual mission is to protect Buddhist teachings
The relief details and textured effects of the gilding and clothing were created using the moriage technique. This technique involves applying liquid clay to the vase before gilding and painting it, thereby creating a superb three-dimensional effect
Marked “Seizan” on the bottom, the name of a traditional potter
Slightly weathered at the top and bottom, but with no chips; overall, in very good vintage condition
15 cm wide at the base
13 cm wide at the top
38 cm tall
Early 20th-century Japanese craftsmanship (Taishō or Shōwa period)
650 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Ceramic
Width: 25 cm
Height: 38 cm
Reference (ID): 1811577
Availability: In stock
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