Large Meiji Period Sumida Gawa Japanese vase. Late 19th to early 20th century with no damage, some wear to matte glaze. 12.5" tall.
Sumida Gawa is a type of Japanese pottery that originated in the early 1800s.
The name comes from the Sumida River, which runs near the Asakusa pottery
district in Tokyo.
The pottery is known for its bright, humorous, and sometimes odd motifs.
Sumida Gawa is heavy and often covered with three-dimensional figures, such as
humans, buildings, and monkeys.
The Sumida River is a river that flows through central Tokyo, Japan. It branches
from the Arakawa River and flows into Tokyo Bay. During the Edo period (17th
through mid-19th centuries), the Sumida River was a key transportation artery
and a popular spot for recreation.
