Vintage Japanese Satsuma Moriage Creamer

This is a vintage Japanese Satsuma Moriage creamer or small pitcher.

Satsuma Ware:
This refers to a type of Japanese pottery known for its distinctive ivory-colored or reddish bisque and elaborate hand-painted decoration, often featuring raised enamel (Moriage).

Moriage Decoration:
The raised, textured details on the surface, particularly noticeable on the figures' garments and the gold accents, are characteristic of Moriage ware.

Immortals Motif:
The figures depicted on the creamer likely represent the Immortals, a common motif in Japanese art symbolizing wisdom and virtue, often found on Satsuma pieces.

Age:
Similar pieces with the "Immortals" motif and Moriage decoration are often dated to the mid-20th century, specifically the 1950s.

Size:
3.5” tall, 4” from spout to handle, 2” opening diameter.

Condition:
No chips or cracks, color fading in spots