Fine Antiques & Jewellery. Satsuma Vase with Bijin & Waterside Scene. A Japanese Satsuma ware vase of hexagonal form. It is hand painted with two bijin ladies in a hilly waterside scene with elaborate house or temple in the distance. There is also a child in the main scene and decorative forms around the neck. It has extensive use of fine gilt line work and dates to the late Meiji or Taisho period (early 20th century). No marks, probably from the Kyoto area. Crazing which is intentional on Satsuma ware. Some gilt wear, most obviously to the lower portion. Minor wear and ageing. Height: 16 cm (6 1/4 inch). Width: 8.5 cm (3 1/4 inch). Weight: 368 grams (before packing). Stock Code: 2841 NV21-4. If for any reason you are unhappy with your item please let us know as soon as possible, and we will do our best to put things right.