VINTAGE SATO JAPAN PORCELAIN HAND PAINTED VASE MT. FUJI CHERY BLOSSOMS SIGNED For Sale
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VINTAGE SATO JAPAN PORCELAIN HAND PAINTED VASE MT. FUJI CHERY BLOSSOMS SIGNED: $145.00
This vintage Sato Japan porcelain vase features hand-painted artwork depicting Mt. Fuji and cherry blossoms, reflecting traditional Japanese culture. Handmade in Japan, this collectible piece embodies the craftsmanship and aesthetics of Asian cultures, specifically with a Japanese influence. Perfect for collectors interested in vintage Japanese artistry and craftsmanship, this vase offers a unique and beautiful addition to any home decor or collection. 7.25" X 4
This is a beautiful vintage Japanese hand-painted porcelain vase, likely dating to the mid-20th century (Showa era).
Design Elements
The signature at the bottom reads "Sato," indicating the artist who hand-painted this landscape. The artwork captures classic Japanese iconography:
Mount Fuji: You can see the faint silhouette of Mount Fuji rising in the background.
Cherry Blossoms (Sakura): The top frame of the scene is adorned with soft pink blooming cherry tree branches.
Tranquil Landscape: The center depicts a peaceful river or stream winding through rolling green hills and golden-yellow foliage.
Accents: The vase features a clean white base highlighted by elegant gold gilt bands around both the top rim and the flared footed base.
Similar Styles
While the famous Sato Cloisonné Workshop is best known for its enamel-on-metal wireless cloisonné work, individual Japanese porcelain artists and studios during the post-WWII era frequently produced hand-painted landscape giftware like this for export and domestic use. It shares stylistic similarities with vintage Nippon and early Noritake scenic export porcelain.
Based on the red backstamp, this piece was manufactured by Nagoya Fine China (also widely imported/distributed under brands like Wales China) in Japan.
