$450Sale Price|50% Off
H 5 in Dm 4 in
Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Early Meiji Namikawa School Vase
Located in Long Island City, NY
An antique Japanese early Meiji period cloisonne vase, attributed to the renowned artist Namikawa
Enamel
Japanese Wireless Cloisonné Serving Tray Meiji After Namikawa Sosuke
Located in Long Island City, NY
. Namikawa Sosuke (1847–1910) was a Japanese cloisonné artist,[1] known for innovations that developed
Copper, Enamel
Attr To Namikawa Rare Pair Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Butterfly Vases
Located in Long Island City, NY
Attributed to Namikawa Yasuyuki, 1845 to 1927, a pair of rare identical antique Japanese, late
Enamel
Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Jar Goldstone Namikawa School
Located in Long Island City, NY
An antique Japanese Meiji Era Cloisonne enamel dragon and phoenix bird lidded ginger jar. Early
Enamel
Antique Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Vase in the Style of Namikawa
Located in Long Island City, NY
An antique Japanese early Meiji period cloisonne vase, attributed to the master artisan Namikawa
Enamel
Antique Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Vase in the Style of Namikawa
Located in Long Island City, NY
An antique Japanese early Meiji period cloisonne vase, attributed to the master artisan Namikawa
Enamel
$1,500Sale Price|50% Off
H 3.75 in Dm 3 in
Antique Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Vase in the Style of Namikawa
Located in Long Island City, NY
An antique Japanese early Meiji period cloisonne vase, attributed to the master artisan Namikawa
Enamel
$7,200 / set
H 8 in Dm 4.5 in
Antique Pair Of Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Namikawa School
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of Japanese cloisonne enamel early Meiji translucent enamel vases . Each vase has an urn
Enamel
$900Sale Price|50% Off
H 4.75 in Dm 4 in
Antique Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Brush Pot in the Style of Namikawa
Located in Long Island City, NY
. Presumably a work of Namikawa Yasuyuki, 1845 to 1927, a Japanese cloisonne artist. Collectible Oriental Asian
Enamel, Copper
$1,500Sale Price / set|50% Off
H 6.25 in Dm 3 in
Antique Pair of Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Vases in the Style of Namikawa
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of antique Japanese early Meiji period cloisonne vases, in the style of Namikawa Yasuyuki
Enamel
$2,500Sale Price / set|50% Off
H 7.75 in Dm 7 in
Antique Pair of Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Floral Vases
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of antique Japanese Early Meiji period cloisonne enamel vases attributed to Namikawa
Enamel
Japanese Meiji Period Cloisonne Enamel Vase by Ando Jubei
By Ando Jubei
Located in Newark, England
were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist Namikawa Yasuyuki.
Enamel, Wire
Large Pair of Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Attributed to Honda Yasaburo
Located in Long Island City, NY, NY
1845 in Nagoya, Japan, and studied under the famous cloisonne artist Namikawa Yasuyuki. He was known
Copper, Enamel
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Vase by Ryozan
Located in Newark, England
were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist Namikawa Yasuyuki.
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
Japanese Antique Meiji Period Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan
By Kinkozan
Located in Newark, England
Seventy artists were appointed, amongst these were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
$26,988
H 21.66 in W 6.11 in D 5.52 in
Japanese Pair of Large Antique Meiji Period Bronze and Mixed Metal Vases
Located in Newark, England
Seventy artists were appointed, amongst these were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist
Metal, Gold, Silver, Bronze
Japanese Meiji Period (1868-1912) Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan
By Kinkozan
Located in Newark, England
Seventy artists were appointed, amongst these were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
$1,308
H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912) Satsuma Cup and Saucer Pair by Kinkozan
By Kinkozan
Located in Newark, England
, amongst these were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist Namikawa Yasuyuki.
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
Japanese Antique Meiji Period Vesta Case by Fujii Yoshitoyo
By Fujii Yoshitoyo
Located in Newark, England
were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist Namikawa Yasuyuki.
Gold Plate, Brass
Japanese Bronze Okimono Sculpture by Yamamoto Kozan
Located in Newark, England
cloisonné enamel artist Namikawa Yasuyuki.
Bronze
Japanese Ink and Wash Scroll Painting by Watanabe Seitei
Located in Atlanta, GA
for the designs he created for cloisonné artist Namikawa Sosuke (1847–1910), whose work became quite
Brocade, Silk, Paper
$5,667
H 9.45 in Dm 4.93 in
Unusual Pair of Japanese Meiji Period (1868-1912) Satsuma Vases by Kinkozan
By Kinkozan
Located in Newark, England
Seventy artists were appointed, amongst these were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
Rare Triptych Scroll Paintings by Watanabe Seitei Meiji Period
Located in Atlanta, GA
and delicate colors. He is also well known for the designs he created for cloisonné artist Namikawa
Brocade, Silk, Wood
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase – Namikawa Yasuyuki
Located in Christchurch, GB
Period 1868-1912, cloisonne enamel vase by the Imperial artist Namikawa Yasuyuki. This tall slender
Silver, Enamel
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Scent Bottle – Namikawa Yasuyuki
Located in Christchurch, GB
Meiji Period 1868-1912, circa 1895 cloisonne enamel scent bottle by the most highly regarded cloisonne
Enamel, Wire
Fine Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase – Namikawa Yasuyuki
Located in Christchurch, GB
Period (1868-1912) cloisonne enamel vase manufactured by the Imperial artist Namikawa Yasuyuki (1845-1927
Silver, Enamel, Wire
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Bottle Vase – Namikawa Yasuyuki (1845-1927)
Located in Christchurch, GB
Period 1868-1912, cloisonne enamel bottle vase manufactured by the most highly revered enamel artist of
Gold, Silver, Enamel
Unavailable
H 12.21 in W 12.21 in D 8.27 in
A Fine Japanese Meiji Period Cloisonné Enamel Tray Attributed to Namikawa Sösuke
Located in London, GB
A Japanese Meiji Period Cloisonné Enamel Tray Attributed to Namikawa Sösuke, Late 19th Century
Enamel
A Fine Meiji Period Satsuma Vase, Japan, 19th Century
Located in Pasadena, CA
Makuzu Kōzan, painter Hashimoto Gahō, and cloisonné enamel artist Namikawa Yasuyuki. Japan's porcelain
Porcelain, Pottery
Antique Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Vase Attr to Namikawa
Located in Long Island City, NY
An antique Japanese early Meiji period cloisonne vase, attributed to the master artisan Namikawa
Enamel
Large Japanese Cloisonne Stripe Vase with Chrysanthemums Namikawa Yasuyuki Meiji
Located in Long Island City, NY
A large high quality Japanese enamel over brass vase attributed to Namikawa Yasuyuki, 1845 to 1927
Enamel, Brass
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase in the Style of Namikawa Yasuyuki
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
An antique Japanese cloisonne enamel vase in the style of NamikawaYasuyuki This most unusual
Legacy of Elegance: 19th C. Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Plate Namikawa Yasuyuki
Located in Long Island City, NY
Legacy of Elegance: 19th Century Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Plate Attributed to Namikawa Yasuyuki
Enamel
A Pair of Early Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase, School of Namikawa
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of antique Japanese early Meiji period cloisonne vases, attributed to the master artisan
Enamel
Antique Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase in the Style of Namikawa
Located in Long Island City, NY
An antique Japanese early Meiji period cloisonne vase, attributed to the master artisan Namikawa
Enamel
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Silver Mounts by Ando Company
By Ando Jubei
Located in Newark, England
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase by the Ando Company. The vase of ovoid form with circular opening, black
Silver, Enamel
Sold
H 13.59 in W 5.71 in D 4.53 in
Japanese Rare Pair Cloisonne Enamel Vases attributed to Honda Yosaburo
Located in Newark, England
were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist Namikawa Yasuyuki. Measurements Vases Only
Metal, Enamel, Wire, Metallic Thread
Japanese Antique Meiji Period Hammered Silver Dragon Box
Located in Newark, England
, amongst these were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist Namikawa Yasuyuki.
Silver
Japanese Meiji Period Lacquer Six Drawer Inro
Located in Newark, England
, amongst these were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist Namikawa Yasuyuki. Mother of Pearl
Rope, Lacquer
Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Floor Vases
Located in Newark, England
years Seventy artists were appointed, amongst these were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel
Ceramic, Earthenware
Sold
H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Japanese Meiji Period (1868-1912) Hand Carved Chicken and Rooster Okimono
Located in Newark, England
Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist Namikawa Yasuyuki.
Wood
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Vase by Ryozan
By Master Ryozan
Located in Newark, England
cloisonné enamel artist Namikawa Yasuyuki.
Ceramic, Pottery
Japanese Meiji Period Silver & Enamel Lidded Butterfly Box
Located in Newark, England
Seventy artists were appointed, amongst these were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist
Silver, Enamel
Japanese Satsuma Natsume Kinkozan
By Kinkozan
Located in Newark, England
years Seventy artists were appointed, amongst these were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel
Enamel
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Iron Box
Located in Newark, England
Seventy artists were appointed, amongst these were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist
Silver, Enamel, Iron
Sold
H 6.3 in W 11.62 in D 0.16 in
Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912) Damascene Table Screen by Masamitsu
Located in Newark, England
Seventy artists were appointed, amongst these were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist
Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Brass
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Mixed Metals Koi Carp Box
Located in Newark, England
Seventy artists were appointed, amongst these were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist
Metal, Gold, Bronze
Japanese Hand Painted Meiji Period Satsuma Vase
By Kinkozan
Located in Newark, England
were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist Namikawa Yasuyuki. Measurements (centimetres
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Vase Hozan
By Hozan
Located in Newark, England
Seventy artists were appointed, amongst these were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist
Enamel
Japanese Komai Style Damascene Box Yoshitoyo
Located in Newark, England
were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist Namikawa Yasuyuki.
Metal, Brass
Japanese Meiji Period Lacquer Cart Smokers Set Tabako-Bon
Located in Newark, England
, amongst these were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist Namikawa Yasuyuki.
Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Vase by Taizan Yohei IX
By Taizan Yohei IX
Located in Newark, England
were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist Namikawa Yasuyuki. Measurements 27.5cm High
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Koro Kizan
Located in Newark, England
, amongst these were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist Namikawa Yasuyuki. Satsuma ware is
Ceramic, Earthenware
Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Vase Kinkozan
By Kinkozan
Located in Newark, England
years Seventy artists were appointed, amongst these were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel
Earthenware
Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Koro Incense Burner Kinkozan
By Kinkozan
Located in Newark, England
years Seventy artists were appointed, amongst these were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
Japanese Antique Bronze Shakudo Crane Vase
Located in Newark, England
Seventy artists were appointed, amongst these were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist
Silver, Bronze
Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Vase Painted by Ryozan for the Yasuda Company
Located in Newark, England
were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist Namikawa Yasuyuki. Satsuma ware is a type of
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Plate by Kinkozan
By Kinkozan
Located in Newark, England
years Seventy artists were appointed, amongst these were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
Antique Japanese Meiji Period (1868-1912) Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan
By Kinkozan
Located in Newark, England
Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist Namikawa Yasuyuki. Satsuma ware is a type of earthenware pottery
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
Japanese Earthenware Meiji Period Satsuma Plate by Kinkozan
By Kinkozan
Located in Newark, England
were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist Namikawa Yasuyuki. Satsuma ware is a type of
Earthenware
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Vase by Hozan
By Hozan
Located in Newark, England
Seventy artists were appointed, amongst these were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
Sold
H 23.25 in W 15 in D 9 in
Japanese Table Cabinet with Cloisonne Panels in the style of Namikawa Sosuke
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Japanese wood and cloisonne cabinet circa Meiji period, late 19th-early 20th century. The small
Enamel, Metal
Rare Japanese Meiji Period Moriage Cloisonne Enamel Vase
Located in Newark, England
Japanese Moriage Cloisonne Enamel Vase. The Cloisonne Enamel Vase of baluster form with large waisted body
Silver, Enamel
Japanese Earthenware Meiji Period Satsuma Iris Vase by Ryuzan
Located in Newark, England
Seventy artists were appointed, amongst these were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist
Earthenware
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Pottery Cat and Kitten Okimono
Located in Newark, England
, amongst these were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist Namikawa Yasuyuki.
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
Japanese Meiji Period Pair of Satsuma Earthenware Vases by Kazan
By Kazan
Located in Newark, England
Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist Namikawa Yasuyuki.
Earthenware, Pottery
Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Koro
By Kinkozan
Located in Newark, England
Seventy artists were appointed, amongst these were ceramicist Makuzu Kozan and cloisonné enamel artist
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
Sold
H 11.03 in W 4.34 in D 11.03 in
Fine Japanese Cloisonné-enamel and Musen Vase Attributed to Namikawa Sosuke
Located in London, GB
A magnificent Cloisonné-enamel and Musen Baluster vase attributed to Namikawa Sosuke. Meiji era
Enamel
Sold
H 3.35 in W 3.35 in D 3.35 in
Exquisite Cloisonné Enamel Vase and Cover in the Manner of Namikawa Yasuyuki
Located in London, GB
A Exquisite Cloisonné enamel vase and cover in the Manner of Namikawa Yasuyuki . Meiji period
Enamel
Sold
H 2.96 in W 2.56 in D 2.96 in
A Fine Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase in style of early Namikawa Yasuyuki
Located in London, GB
A Lovely Edo Period Cloisonne Enamel Vase in style of early Namikawa Yasuyuki works. Worked in
Enamel
Sold
H 6.11 in W 4.73 in D 6.11 in
A Exceptional Pair of Japanese Cloisonné Vases in the Manner of Namikawa Sōsuke
Located in London, GB
A Exceptional Pair of Japanese Cloisonné Vases in the Manner of Namikawa Sōsuke Meiji period. A
Silver, Enamel
Sold
H 13.39 in W 3.94 in D 13.39 in
A Large Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Bottle Vase in the Style of Namikawa Sōsuke
Located in London, GB
A Large Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Bottle Vase in the Style of Namikawa Sōsuke, with Quails and
Enamel
Sold
H 11.03 in W 4.34 in D 11.03 in
Fine Japanese Cloisonné-enamel and Musen Vase Attributed to Namikawa Sosuke
Located in London, GB
A magnificent Cloisonné-enamel and Musen Baluster vase attributed to Namikawa Sosuke. Meiji era
Enamel
Japanese Carved and Lacquered Shibayama Cabinet, Meiji Period
Located in San Francisco, CA
An elaborate and finely detailed carved wood, and gold lacquered Shibayama cabinet (Chigaidansu). Having beautifully applied semi-precious stone and mother of pearl decoration of flo...
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
$56,481
H 76.78 in W 43.31 in D 21.66 in
Modern Penedo Quartz Display Cabinet, Handmade in Poerugal by Greenapple
By GF Modern, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Penedo Quartz Display Cabinet, Handmade in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple The Penedo quartz display cabinet captures the enduring beauty of nature’s landscapes,...
Onyx, Carrara Marble, Statuary Marble, Brass
Circa 1880 Italian Large Gilt wood LXV Style Confidente Sofa
Located in London, Park Royal
A rare antique find from Tuscany Italy. This 'Confidante' sofa, circa 1880, is in beautiful condition. The large frame is finely carved in the LXV style, with its original water gild...
Gold, Gold Leaf
Superb Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vase
Located in London, by appointment only
A very fine a superb scale Japanese Cloisonné vase, the light blue ground with flowers and floral details. In perfect condition.
Enamel
Art Deco Collection of 10 Sculpture Decanters Sweden 1920s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
We have assembled an collection of 10 Art Deco decorative and hand made decanters made in Sweden during the early 1900s to 1930s . They used to have functionality as well as looking ...
Blown Glass
Japanese Meiji Era Wireless Cloisonne Pink Crane Enamel Vase
Located in Long Island City, NY
An antique Japanese copper vase with wireless cloisonne enamel design. Late Meiji era, before 1912. Round shape with pronounced base. The piece is decorated with a stork or crane bir...
Copper, Enamel
$385,000
H 38 in W 36 in D 21 in
Japanese Lacquer and Cinnabar "Samurai" Cabinet, Inaba Family, Edo Period
Located in Troy, NY
Exceptionally large and rare lacquer cabinet. According to the heraldry, visible on the headgear in one of the panels, it was made for the Inaba family, a high ranking Daimyo family,...
Bronze
$1,472
H 7.49 in W 5.12 in D 2.37 in
Antique Personal Diary Repository, Scottish, Brass, Keepsake Case, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a fine antique personal diary repository, originating from Scotland during the Victorian period, circa 1870. This striking book form keepsake case showcases the craftsmanship...
Brass
Petit-Monsigny Art Deco Ibis Sculpture Table Lamp, 1920
By A. Petit Monsigny
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Bronze Sculpture Table Lamp by Adolphe Petit-Monsigny, circa 1920. An exceptional French Art Deco table lamp, circa 1920, showcasing a stunning bronze sculpture by th...
Alabaster, Bronze
$5,000 / set
H 14.77 in Dm 7.09 in
Revernay Rare Art Deco Pair of Ceramic Vases, Digoin Sarreguemines, 1920
By Revernay Sarreguemines Digoin
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Exceptional French Art Deco Pair of Ceramic Vases by Revernay (Digoin), France, Circa 1920 An exceptional and spectacular pair of French Art Deco ceramic vases by Revernay, produced ...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Egyptian Stone Relief of Man and Wife
Located in London, GB
This painted limestone relief is an exquisite example of New Kingdom relief carving from the apogee of Egyptian artistic production. Carved in raised relief - a labour-intensive tech...
Limestone
$12,500
H 5 in W 5.5 in D 6 in
Pablo Picasso Signed Limited Ed. Madoura Pottery Pitcher Têtes , 1956 A.R. 368
By Madoura, Pablo Picasso
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderful, original Mid-Century Modern Madoura pottery pitcher/vase by renowned Spanish artist Pablo Picasso titled "Têtes (Heads)". The piece features two hand painted images of ...
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery, Paint
$7,488
H 1.19 in W 5.12 in D 3.94 in
Cigarette Box Rectangular for table blue enamel on guilloche Salimbeni.
By Franco Salimbeni, Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Rectangular with rounded corners table box for cigarettes in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent enamels on a radial guilloché and hand-engraved finishes, in a mode...
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Pierre-Adrien DALPAYRAT French Art Nouveau Stoneware Inkwell, 1890
By Pierre-Adrien Dalpayrat
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Nouveau Inkwell by Pierre-Adrien Dalpayrat, France, circa 1890. A rare and exquisite Art Nouveau inkwell by renowned French ceramist Pierre-Adrien Dalpayrat (1844–1910). T...
Pewter
$15,000
H 12.5 in Dm 4 in
Antique Magnificent Meiji Japanese Silver And Gold Cherry Blossom Vase - Signed
Located in Long Island City, NY
Antique Meiji Japanese Silver And Gold Cherry Blossom Vase 1868-1912 - SIGNED adorned with a finely engraved sakura tree motif with granulated gold blossom details. Silver marks ...
Silver
$1,995
H 8 in W 17.25 in D 14 in
19th Century Swedish Folk Art Painted Marriage Trunk Bride's Box, Dated 1813
Located in Pearland, TX
A lovely Swedish folk art footed trunk / box in Nordic pine with original blue paint from Hälsingland, Sweden, dated 1813. It has a domed top, hand painted initials and decorative fl...
Brass
From 1868 to 1912, Emperor Mutsuhito oversaw an era of transformation in Japan. Formerly a country of feudalism and isolation, Japan entered an age of modernization influenced by newly established trade and exchange with the West. The Meiji period, or period of “enlightened rule,” also saw the global impact of the East Asian country’s culture. Japanese Meiji furniture was exhibited at expositions from Paris to San Francisco and created for export.
Prior to the Meiji era, furniture was mostly made by commission for the ruling class; now there were new domestic and international markets. European styles like Japonisme appropriated Japanese design while craftsmen in places like Wales and England employed japanning, a varnishing technique that approximated the appearance of lacquer for the surfaces of furnishings.
Meiji furniture made for Japanese homes and buildings constructed in Western styles resulted in taller tables, chairs, cabinets with large drawers and other features. The government invested in areas such as transportation and communication, and because people could freely choose occupations after the restrictions of feudalism, industries of various types were energized by expressive new ideas during those years. Art schools were formed and, for the first time, design was an area of study in the country, leading to the evolution of professional design as a career by the 1890s.
The work of Japanese designers was transmitted widely through lavishly illustrated pattern books that included designs for screens and lacquerware for the home. While screens today may be of use as decorative accents or partitions to ensure privacy in one’s space, Japanese screens were adorned with paintings and were featured in performing arts such as concerts, tea ceremonies and more. The color illustrations that characterize Meiji woodblock prints, a genre of Japanese art that grew out of 17th-century developments in printing and book publishing, depicted the sweeping changes that the era brought to East Asia.
Although it was a time of societal and cultural shifts, a bolstered interest in art and design elevated Japanese craft traditions. From colorful porcelain table lamps with silk shades and hardwood tables decorated with dark lacquer to cabinets featuring iron hardware and inlaid with mother-of-pearl, Meiji furniture showcased Japan’s artistic heritage to the world.
Find a collection of antique Japanese Meiji period case pieces and storage cabinets, decorative objects, wall decorations and more furniture on 1stDibs.