19th c Meiji 1890 Japanese Sumida Gawa Earthenware Figure Glazed painted signed antiques In the 16th century

In the 16th century

Dimensions: 6 3/4" x 2" Condition: This piece is in great condition in relation to its age

1947 (2nd prize)

is protected by glass in an ornate wood frame

19th c Meiji 1890 Japanese Sumida Gawa Earthenware Figure Glazed painted signed antiques In the 16th centuryWe are offering A 19th c. Meiji Japanese 1890's Sumida Gawa Figure This is a heavy piece of Earthenware with a flambe glaze on the clothing and the unglazed portions of the figure are painted. The early pieces of Sumida Gawa were made with exaggerated features and very detailed bulging eyes and long upward pointed nose, and bulging cheaks. The glaze is applied in a splash fashion, often running onto other body parts. There is a signature on the inside