Japanese Satsuma Style Black Ceramic Basket Vase Moriage Gilt Figures Vintage

Japanese Satsuma Style Black Moriage Ceramic Basket Vase Vintage, Hand-Painted with Gold Gilt  This vintage Japanese Satsuma style vase features a striking black ground decorated with a textured moriage finish, also known as beaded decoration. The vessel is designed in a unique basket or tote form with a substantial, gold-gilded integral handle. Two large hand-painted medallions dominate the front and back, depicting traditional figures (Bijin) traveling across a landscape in a stylized dragon boat, rendered with vibrant enamels and fine line work.  • Features dual pictorial medallions with traditional Japanese figures and landscape scenery • Heavily decorated with raised moriage beadwork, floral motifs, and extensive gold gilding • Unique ceramic basket-style silhouette with an ornate gilded handle • Measures approximately 11.5 inches tall (ruler visible in photos)  Condition: Excellent vintage condition with no visible chips, cracks, or repairs. The hand-painted enamels remain vibrant and the gold gilding is well-preserved with minimal surface wear. The unglazed foot ring shows light age-appropriate shelf wear. Interior glaze is clean and intact.  NOTE: **We strive to stay sustainable with our shipping processes. We use many recycled materials including boxes, wrapping paper, and filling. Your order may be delivered with recycled materials. Thank you for shopping sustainably, love you!  FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS: @vinnysatxthrift