Exceptional antique Japanese miniature Satsuma pottery vase of hexagonal form with very finely painted gilt decoration set against matt black background. Depicting nocturnal scenes with chrysanthemums and Moon visible among the clouds. Signed 竒山 (Kizan) to the base.
Very good antique condition with usual minor rubbing to gilding around the rim.
Height: 12 cm
Origin: Japan
Date of production: early 20th century, Meiji or Taisho period
Material: Satsuma pottery