Satsuma cups and saucers (set of 4) Hand-painted Kyoto satsuma earthenware cups and saucers decorated with Samurai warriors primarily in black, gold and rust; cups have relief dragon handles. Both the cups and saucers are highly detailed and all pieces are well marked. Diameter of cups (without handles): ~3½", diameter of saucers: 5¼". Circa late 19th-early 20th century. All in excellent condition! $550/set (#G085) Individual cup and saucer also available ($150).
 

Japanese Satsuma 5-lobed bowl Lovely vintage Satsuma footed bowl completely covered with a fine thousand flower design. Also has a thin band on its rim with a deep red and gold diaper pattern. Signed on its base and in excellent condition. Diameter: 5¾"; height: ~2¼".
 

Nippon: Pair of scenic Egyptian candlesticks Wonderful example of old scenic Egyptian style Nippon candlesticks. These triangular candlesticks are decorated on all sides and depict palms, pyramids and the Nile. The palm trees are nicely outlined in gold and there is gold beading along both the bottom and top edge of each. Hard to find item in excellent condition. Height:~8.
 

Pair of Chinese porcelain hat stands (vases) Attractive Ching dynasty Chinese porcelain hat (or cap) stands that were also used as vases. Each is decorated in famille rose enamels, and is 11" in height and 5" in diameter.