Antique Japanese Satsuma Revival Moon Flask Vase Hand Painted Figures

A beautiful antique Japanese Satsuma-Revival Moon Flask Vase, finely hand-painted with dancing figures in traditional robes. This form and decoration reflect the popular Taishō-early Shōwa era (circa 1920s-1940s) revival of classic Meiji Satsuma styles.

Features

Origin: Japan

Style: Satsuma-revival export ware

Form: Round "moon flask" with cylindrical neck and flared rim

Decoration:

Hand-painted dancing figures in flowing patterned garments

Fine overglaze enamels in blue, red, green, black, and soft floral accents

Cream crackle-glaze faces typical of early 20th-century Japanese work

Deep navy enamel borders with gilt swirling clouds and coral-red foliage

Size: Approximately 10.5" tall

Technique: Overglaze enamel painting with crackle-glaze ceramic body

Provenance: From a quality estate collection

Condition

Underside shows a visible crack with an older repair/seep line (see photos)

Age-related crazing to the cream crackle glaze

Displays beautifully and remains structurally stable

Collector Notes

This piece represents the early 20th-century fascination with Meiji motifs, executed with charming brushwork and a strong decorative presence. The moon-flask form is desirable and displays exceptionally well.