Japanese Satsuma Moriage Wall Plate – Hand-painted with Rich Gilding – ca. 1950-1970
A beautiful Japanese Satsuma wall plate with distinctive Moriage relief, hand-painted decoration, and generous gold accents. The plate depicts a classic scene of a central, serene female figure surrounded by five wise men or guardians – a typical theme within Showa period Satsuma decoration.
The piece is characterized by finely raised relief (Moriage), intense colors, and hand-applied gold lines. Such pieces are not mass-produced, but decorative studio work that varies from piece to piece. The plate is in beautiful vintage condition and is particularly decorative due to the combination of iconic Japanese design, depth, and gleaming gold.
A charming, characterful piece that will appeal to both Satsuma collectors and lovers of oriental decoration.
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Origin: Japan
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Technique: Hand-painted porcelain with Moriage relief and gold accents
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Diameter: approx. 18 cm
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Mark: Red single-character stamp (typical for 20th-century Satsuma work)
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Condition: Very good, light signs of age consistent with its age
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Date of origin: approx. 1950-1970 (Showa period)
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Special features: Rich gilding, fine relief lines, handmade – each piece is unique