A large Meiji period Satsuma covered vase, ovoid shape raised on three feet modelled as seated boys, moulded ring handles and knotted ropes divide the vase into four panels, painted with figures, immortals and sages. A band encircling the base with eight character inscription/signature: Dai Nippon, Kyoto, Nishida Sei. The cover surmounted by a shishi. Height 60 cm