Japan, Satsuma vase with richly decorated handles, signed, early 20th century

A vase with two handles, in Satsuma earthenware with rich polychrome decoration of warriors on one side and floral on the other Signed under the base Accident: a chip on the foot and a slight crack in the glaze (photo) Period: early 20th century Dimensions: 38 X 15 cm Ref adequantik 2211884 Born in the 16th century, Satsuma refers to polychrome earthenware or porcelain decorated with gilded designs. After being presented at the 1867 World's Fair in Paris, this porcelain proved to be a popular export item to Europe.