Satsuma ware

American  

Or satsuma

noun

1. 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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Satsuma ware British  

noun

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

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

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Etymology

Origin of Satsuma ware

1870–75; named after Satsuma, Japan

Example Sentences

A large mirror in an elaborately carved frame surmounts the mantel-piece, which is laden with Satsuma ware and other Japanese, Chinese, and Indian curios.

From Notable Women Authors of the Day Biographical Sketches by Black, Helen C.

The genuine old Satsuma ware, by constant use, obtained, like meerschaum, a delightful tint.

From The Empire of the East by Montgomery, H. B. (Helen Barrett)

As a matter of fact Satsuma ware was introduced from Korea, and was made in the first instance solely for the use of the Prince of Satsuma and his friends.

From The Empire of the East by Montgomery, H. B. (Helen Barrett)

Do you mean that he understands lacquer work, Satsuma ware, painting or inlaying?

From The Stowmarket Mystery Or, A Legacy of Hate by Tracy, Louis

Velvet carpets from Holland, divans from Turkey, rugs from Bokhara, tapestries from Persia, and lace from France mingle with embroideries from China, cut glass from England, and rare old Satsuma ware from Japan.

From Tales of the Malayan Coast From Penang to the Philippines by Wildman, Rounsevelle