Satsuma Collection

Tea cups decorated with a court scene, Kinkozan ware, Japanese, 19th century (ceramic)
LMG144907 Tea cups decorated with a court scene, Kinkozan ware, Japanese, 19th century (ceramic); Leeds Museums and Galleries (Lotherton Hall) U.K.; © Leeds Museums and Galleries, UK.

Saucers decorated with a court scene, Kinkozan ware, Japanese, 19th century (ceramic)
LMG144908 Saucers decorated with a court scene, Kinkozan ware, Japanese, 19th century (ceramic); Leeds Museums and Galleries (Lotherton Hall) U.K.; © Leeds Museums and Galleries, UK.

The War at Kagoshima, 1877. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
The War at Kagoshima, 1877

The Death of Officer Murata, 1877. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
The Death of Officer Murata, 1877. From Oral Account of the Events at Kagoshima

Satsuma, section of sheet no. 18 from the series "Cutout Pictures of the Provinces...", 1852
Satsuma, section of sheet no. 18 from the series "Cutout Pictures of the Provinces (Kunizukushi harimaze zue)", 1852

Butterwort (Pinguicula gigantea) leaves, insectivorous plants, cultivated specimen

Chiran, Kagoshima, Japan at the streets of the Samurai District

Japan, Kyushu, Kagoshima, Kagoshima City, Memorial Statue to The Nineteen Satsuma Students who defied The Overseas Travel Ban in 1865

Japanese vase
Highly decorated Japanese Satsuma Moriage Shimazu vase Date: 1937

Blazons (litho)
6005891 Blazons (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Blazons. Illustration for The ABC of Japanese Art by J F Blacker (2nd edn, Stanley Paul)

Samurai, c. 1868 (b / w photo)
701535 Samurai, c.1868 (b/w photo) by Beato, Felice (Felix) (1825-c.1908); Private Collection; (add.info.: Probably Satsuma Samurai.); British, out of copyright

The Civil War in Japan, Yedo Policeman going to the Seat of War in Satsuma (engraving)
1589675 The Civil War in Japan, Yedo Policeman going to the Seat of War in Satsuma (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Civil War in Japan)

The Civil War in Japan (engraving)
1106284 The Civil War in Japan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Civil War in Japan)

Satsuma Vase, 1819. Private Collection

Satsuma vase, Japan, 1882. Artist: Baron Raimund von Stillfried
Satsuma vase, Japan, 1882. A photograph from Labor and Porcelain in Japan, by the United States Consul-General, Yokohama, 1882

Ceramic Art, Chinese and Japanese Porcelain. Chinese beaker, teapot, Satsuma bowl and cover, Japanese flower vase and dish

Satsuma Faience. Antique Japanese pottery

Samurai of the Satsuma Clan, Japan, looking at a map. Date: circa 1890s

View Foot Hill Leading Satsuma Palace Felice Beato
View from the Foot of the Hill Leading to Satsumas Palace; Felice Beato (English, born Italy, 1832 - 1909); 1867; Albumen silver print

Young man on a fruit stall in outdoor market, Eccles
A young man works on a fruit stall in the Eccles outdoor market. Date: circa 1977

Boxes of Satsumas, Oxkutzcab Market, Yucatan

Leaders Pacification Kagoshima Rebels Celebrating
Artokoloro

Satsuma ware
Antique illustration of a Containers, earthenware Satsuma

Satsuma Faience, Japan

BandAc MitsugorAc no satsuma nokami tadanori, The actor BandAc MitsugorAc in the role of Satsumanokami Tadanori. Utagawa, Kuniyasu, 1794-1832, artist, [between 1818 and 1830], 1 print : woodcut

1826?-1869 1859. 24. 3 35. 3 Celebratory God Hiroshige
Sasshu makurazaki kaimongadake jusei odori, Celebratory dance (to the God of long life Jurojin) and Mount Kaimongatake in Makurazaki of Satsuma Province. Utagawa, Hiroshige, 1826?-1869, artist, 1859

Satsuma on the St. Johns, Jackson, William Henry, 1843-1942, Rivers, Piers & wharves, United States, Florida, Saint Johns River, United States, Florida, Satsuma, 1880

Tangerine muffin sprinked with caster sugar credit: Marie-Louise Avery / thePictureKitchen / TopFoto

Satsuma Faience, Japan

Peeled satsuma at bottom of jug of water with whole lemon floating above

Clementines on white background

JAPAN: CIVIL WAR, 1877. Street scene in Yokohama during the Satsuma Rebellion. Wood engraving, 1877

JAPAN: CIVIL WAR, 1877. Imperial cavalry embarking at the Custom House, Yokohama, Japan, during the Satsuma Rebellion. Wood engraving, 1877

Celebratory dance (to the God of long life Jurojin) and Mount Kaimongatake in Makurazaki of Satsuma Province. Print shows a group of dancers wearing oversized masks dancing in a circle on a beach

Young girl with satsuma
MODEL RELEASED. Two year old girl holding satsuma

Satsuma

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Satsuma, a captivating fruit with a rich history and cultural significance. As I gaze upon the vibrant Butterwort leaves, I am reminded of its connection to insectivorous plants, showcasing nature's intricate wonders. Intriguingly, it also refers to the Samurai of the Satsuma Clan in Japan. These fearless warriors were known for their unwavering loyalty and fierce determination, just like this cultivated specimen that stands tall amidst other fruits at an outdoor market in Eccles. Traveling across oceans and time zones brings me to Kagoshima City in Kyushu, where a Memorial Statue pays homage to The Nineteen Satsuma. This monument serves as a reminder of their bravery and sacrifice for their homeland. The elegance of Japanese art is beautifully captured in a delicate vase adorned with intricate Blazons. Its exquisite craftsmanship transports us back to 1819 when the first Satsuma vase was created. A black-and-white photograph from 1868 showcases samurais clad in traditional attire during tumultuous times - The Civil War in Japan. Their presence evokes both strength and honor as they navigate through chaos towards peace. Engravings depicting Yedo Policemen heading towards the Seat of War in Satsuma further illustrate the historical significance attached to this region during times of conflict. Fast forward to 1882; Baron Raimund von Stillfried immortalizes another stunning Satsuma vase through his artistic lens. This masterpiece represents not only porcelain but also cultural exchange between China and Japan through Ceramic Art. Satsuma transcends mere fruit; it embodies resilience, tradition, beauty, and heritage all within its name. From ancient samurais defending their land to intricately crafted vases adorning homes worldwide – let us celebrate this remarkable symbol that connects past and present cultures alike.