A striking pair of Satsuma porcelain vases from the Meiji period, richly decorated with hand-painted figural scenes, fine gilding in traditional Japanese patterns, and embossed dragon-head relief at the upper portions — a compelling display piece for collectors of Japanese decorative arts.

• Type: Pair of vases
• Origin: Satsuma, Japan
• Period/Era: Meiji period, late 19th century
• Material: Porcelain
• Decoration: Hand-painted figural scenes (saints/figures), high-quality gilding in traditional Japanese patterns, embossed dragon-head relief at upper portions
• Marks: Signed on the bottom
• Condition: One vase has old cracks around the mouth with some accumulated blackening. The second vase has a piece adhered to the base with cracks around that area. Overall both vases are complete. Please review photos carefully before purchasing.

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