Kutani Porcelain Samurai Urn with Bird Handles

A 19th century Kutani porcelain quality lidded urn, all-over abstract panelled decoration in traditional red with gilt and black glazed highlights, the domed lid surmounted with a samurai figure, the handles as birds, wings outstretched, two rows of calligraphy painted to the base, the internal lid with chip to rim. Height 15.35 in.