Japanese Satsuma Style Vase – Hand-painted Samurai Decor – Moriage – Large 32 cm

Large decorative vase in Japanese Satsuma style, richly hand-painted with figurative depictions of traditional Japanese warriors and floral motifs.

The vase has a pink base color with extensive polychrome decoration in red, blue, gold, and cream. The figures are elaborated with fine brushstrokes and gold accents, typical of ceramics inspired by classic Satsuma pottery from Japan.

Subtle moriage relief decorations are visible on the surface – small raised dots that add extra depth to the design. The glaze exhibits the characteristic craquelure pattern often seen in Satsuma ceramics.

The depiction shows multiple figures in traditional attire, surrounded by floral motifs and decorative patterns. The combination of rich colors, figurative painting, and the striking pink background gives the vase a distinctly decorative character.

With a height of approximately 32 cm, this is a striking piece that will look great on a cabinet, console, or dresser.

Specifications

• Type: decorative vase

• Style: Satsuma style

• Origin: Japan

• Period: presumably ca. 1920–1950

• Material: ceramic / earthenware

• Technique: hand-painted with moriage relief decoration

• Decor: Japanese figures and floral motifs

• Color: pink, red, blue, gold and cream

• Height: approx. 32 cm

• Condition: good vintage condition; small chip on the rim above and light wear consistent with age