Satsuma Covered Censer

Description:

Satsuma Covered Censer, Japan, 19th/20th century, squat round body decorated with polychrome enamels and gilt, with two rectangular cartouches containing birds seated on plum blossom branches and figures in a procession, bordered by floral and gilt patterns, Yasuda company mark on base, ht. 4 3/4 in.

Provenance: From the collection of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Thayer.
Estimate $800-1,000

minor chips to rim of lid.


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