Antique Japanese Satsuma Awata Meiji Period Creamware Water Jug

An absolutely fabulous, rare and expertly made antique Satsuma water Jug C.1890. It’s beautifully detailed with many raised enamel flowers, colorful birds and an elaborate band around the neck that resembles brocade. 

The water jar has script just below the handle. I believe the jug was produced by Kinkozan but it might have been produced by another Awata ceramicist.

MEASUREMENTS

9 in (22.9 cm) long x 7 ½ (19.0 cm) wide x 9 in (22.9 cm) tall. Weighs 3 lbs 2.0 oz (1420 g)

CONDITION

The jug has no chips, cracks or repairs and the colors are vibrant. There are the remnants of a sticker on the bottom.