Vintage Japanese Satsuma-Style Vase

Vintage Japanese Satsuma-Style Flower Cart Porcelain Vase - 11" Item Description Style: Traditional Japanese Satsuma-style export ware. Subject: Highly detailed Hanaguruma (traditional Japanese flower cart/chariot) motif overflowing with large peonies, chrysanthemums, and autumn florals. Accentuation: Embellished with thick, raised polychrome enamel infill and elegant gold-gilt highlights (moriage style detailing). Glaze Finish: Striking, intentional overall fine spiderweb crackle glaze (crazing) over a creamy ivory ground. Base Mark: Features the authentic red square backstamp reads “美術陶器” (Bijutsu Toki / Fine Art Ceramics) alongside “JAPAN”, dating the piece to the mid-20th century (circa 1960s). Dimensions Height: 11 inches (approx. 28 cm) Width/Diameter: 4.25 inches (approx. 11 cm) at widest point Condition Report Structural: Excellent vintage condition. No chips, cracks, or hairline fractures to the body or neck. Rim Condition: The porcelain rim is smooth and free of "flea bites" or rough spots. Note that the gold gilding on the rim shows moderate rubbing and fading consistent with age and handling (see photos). Surface: Enamel colors are crisp and vibrant with no significant loss. The crackle glaze effect is uniform and intentional. Interior: Clean, with visible crazing lines extending to the inside This vase could be yours for $120. Similar vases typically sell for between $90 and $150 on Kijiji. But don't wait too long, because if the ad is up, it is still available! Pickup at Yonge Street and Steeles Avenue