Sublime antique Japanese Meiji period Ishime-yaki ‘sharkskin’ glazed bottle vase by Takeuchi Chubei (竹内忠兵衛), featuring a sparrow flying above peonies and set against a typical light blue background. Signed to the base and marked with usual patent number 專賣特許 二二五二五一五 ‘Patent 2252515’.
In great condition with minor age-related surface wear. No chips or cracks.
Height: 22 cm