JAPANESE MEIJI SATSUMA 1000 FLOWERS MILLE FLEUR ‘LOBED’ TEA BOWL SHIMAZU CREST

Description: ANTIQUE JAPANESE SATSUMA 1000 FLOWERS ‘PINCHED LOBE’ TEA BOWL. This multi-flower style is called nuri-tsuboshi ("packed flowers") or alternatively Mille fleur or One Thousand Flowers. The Shimazu Clan Crest (cross in circle) dates it to the Meiji period (1868-1912). Classic Satsuma ware with hand painted polychrome enamels over which is applied an abundance of gold gilded detailing which is also hand painted of course. Both the interior and the sides are covered with chrysanthemums and peonies, among other flowers and little if any negative (undecorated) space. The lobed upper rim is also gilded and has this ‘pinched in’ detail which also continues the flower theme. The underside has the circle and cross mark of the Shimazu Clan and character mark below which is very hard to read but might be the marksto say it is Satsuma. It’s a thing of beauty and age and would have to be a welcome addition to any Satsuma collection. CONDITION In very good antique condition with few signs of age or use. The only things to be mentioned are a few tiny flakes or rubbed areas to the gilded rim, the largest of which I have shown in close up photo the other few areas are much smaller. Also shown in close up is a small round indentation on the inside rim that I’m sure is a tiny ’blow out’ when it was being fired – you can see the gilder has brushed over the top of it and although it has not been completely filled with gold the gilding goes down the sides of the very small indent to some degree. Fine crazing to under the foot where it is signed as is standard with old Satsuma pottery. All of this is of little to no consequence and only mentioning for accuracy of description- overall the condition is extremely good. DIMENSIONS It measures approximately: 5cm (2") high 9.8cm (3 7/8") across Weight is: 139 grams >>>>>>1474<<<<<< We guarantee our descriptions are accurate and our prices competitive. Please bear in mind that all our items are antique or vintage and may have some age related issues. If you like your item please leave us feedback and we will respond immediately. If, for any reason, you are unhappy, PLEASE come back to us so we can try and resolve any issue you might have. THANK YOU >>>>>><<<<<< Freight - Please be aware that some Postage Fees may be incorrect as many invoices are estimated by eBay. If so: We refund unused balance when you are overcharged, If you are undercharged we don't ask for more. Any questions or query's please contact so we can look into it. Australian freight is as per Australia Post domestic freight charges. Domestic insurance is $2.50 for the first $200.00 and $2.50 for each succeeding $100.00 or part thereof. Above $500.00 please add $2.95 for compulsory signature. We will gladly combine shipping where possible. International Buyers Please Note WE HAPPILY SHIP TO MOST INTERNATIONAL DESTINATIONS. IF THE ITEM IS VALUED AT $100 AUD or OVER IT HAS TO BE INSURED. International insurance is $4.00 for the first $200.00 and $4.00 for each other $100 or part thereof. Above $500.00 please add $5.50 for compulsory signature. We will gladly combine shipping where possible. Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyers responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. >>>>>><<<<<< THANK YOU >>>>>><<<<<< kollectik1 (Kollectik Pty. Ltd.) has been trading successfully on eBay for a very long time now and hopefully will be for a long time to come (please see our feedback) Between 2007 and 2018 we were also The Manly Antique Centre which has now sadly closed as our old building was sold to Developers and is now a block of units....... of course. >>>>>><<<<<<

Price: 275 AUD

Location: MORISSET, NSW

End Time: 2024-11-22T04:37:03.000Z

Shipping Cost: 28 AUD