Rare antique Japanese Meiji period Ishime-yaki ‘sharkskin’ glazed vase by Takeuchi Chubei (竹内忠兵衛), featuring a bird and flowers set against an unusual yellow background. Base marked in black with typical patent number 專賣特許 二二五二五一五 ‘Patent 2252515’.
In great condition with minor age-related surface wear and small imperfections to the foot rim.
Height: 12 cm