Antique Japanese Satsuma Plate – Shozan Signed – Meiji Era (Late 1800s)

This beautiful Satsuma plate dates to the late Meiji period (circa 1890–1900) and features a finely detailed hand-painted temple landscape with autumn maple leaves. It is richly decorated in polychrome enamels with gold gilded highlights on a classic ivory crackle glaze, a hallmark of authentic Satsuma ware.

The reverse bears the Shozan signature in gold, indicating a Kyoto-area Satsuma artist. These pieces were created for the export market during the 19th century and remain highly collectible today.

Details:

• Diameter: 6.5”

• Origin: Japan

• Material: Ceramic / Porcelain

• Technique: Hand-painted, gilded

• Features: Crackle glaze, temple scene, autumn foliage

• Mark: Shozan (gold kanji)

• Time Period: Late 19th Century (Meiji Era)

Condition:

Excellent antique condition with no chips or cracks. Minor wear to gilding consistent with age. Typical age-related crazing present. Please review all photos for details.

A stunning piece of Japanese decorative art — perfect for collectors of Satsuma pottery or Asian antiques.

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