Satsuma ware

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noun

a Japanese pottery from Kyushu, first produced in the early 17th century and after 1800 having a crackle glaze and overglaze polychrome enameling and gilding.

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Origin of Satsuma ware

1870–75; named after Satsuma, Japan

Words nearby Satsuma ware

satrap, satrapy, SATs, sat sri akal, Satsuma, Satsuma ware, sattva, sattvic, Satu-Mare, saturable, saturant

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British Dictionary definitions for Satsuma ware

Satsuma ware

noun

simple pottery made in Satsuma, Japan, from the late 16th century

ornamental glazed porcelain ware made in Satsuma, Japan, from the late 18th century

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British Dictionary definitions for Satsuma ware

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