Satsuma earthenware double quadrangular vase, Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912) The two adjoining square-section vases are nested one inside the other. They are enameled in gold and polychrome in two triangular reserves with numerous rakan surrounded by disciples carrying scrolls, incense burners, etc. The rim is composed of a frieze decorated with shippo motifs and parts of pseudo mon composed of kiri (paulownia) and fuji (wisteria) flowers. Below, an enameled mark in red and black: Satsuma yaki Seizan Kinshuen 薩摩焼 精山 金集園 H. 16 cm