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Japanese Meiji Bronze Pedestal with Dragon Motif
Japanese Meiji Bronze Pedestal with Dragon Motif

Japanese Meiji Bronze Pedestal with Dragon Motif

Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Exceptional Japanese bronze pedestal from the Meiji period (1852–1912), featuring its original patina and remarkable craftsmanship.

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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Framed Japanese Embroidery Dragon Tapestry Meiji Period
Framed Japanese Embroidery Dragon Tapestry Meiji Period

Framed Japanese Embroidery Dragon Tapestry Meiji Period

Located in Atlanta, GA

As there is no brocade border present, the piece is likely the main part with the central motifs of a larger tapestry and was later framed for display. For two similar dragon tapestr...

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Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Textiles

Materials

Textile, Wood

Set of Two Japanese Cloissoné Vases Meiji Era Dragon and Pheonix
Set of Two Japanese Cloissoné Vases Meiji Era Dragon and Pheonix

Set of Two Japanese Cloissoné Vases Meiji Era Dragon and Pheonix

Located in Knivsta, SE

A pair of Japanese cloisonné enamel vases. Meiji era Japan (1867-1912), a period marked by rapid transformation of Japanese traditional society into a global power.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Enamel

Japanese Meiji Bronze Dorè Dragon Picture Frame
Japanese Meiji Bronze Dorè Dragon Picture Frame

Japanese Meiji Bronze Dorè Dragon Picture Frame

Located in Bradenton, FL

Japanese Meiji Dore Bronze Dragon Picture Frame. Frame features richly detailed dragons coiling around the frame's perimeter, their scaled bodies, fierce expressions, flowing whisker...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Picture Frames

Materials

Brass

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Elaborate Flying Dragon Table
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Elaborate Flying Dragon Table

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Elaborate Flying Dragon Table

Located in Forney, TX

A magnificent antique Japanese powerfully carved center table with dragons from the Meiji period. The growth of urban centers and spread of wealth during the Meiji Restoration pe...

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Early 20th Century Asian Meiji Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Unusual Box
Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Unusual Box

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Unusual Box

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese enameled wooden box. Late Meiji period, before 1912. The box has a rectangular shape with a black border. The lid features a cloisonne enamel design with traditio...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Boxes

Materials

Enamel

Framed Japanese Woven Textile Panel with Dragon Meiji Period
Framed Japanese Woven Textile Panel with Dragon Meiji Period

Framed Japanese Woven Textile Panel with Dragon Meiji Period

Located in Atlanta, GA

A framed Japanese woven textile circa late 19th century of Meiji Period. Likely a fragment of a priest robe or kesa, the multi-paneled textile was finely woven with gold foiled threa...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Textiles

Materials

Silk, Wood

Meiji Period Golden Dragon Zabuton Covers by Tanaka Rishichi
Meiji Period Golden Dragon Zabuton Covers by Tanaka Rishichi

Meiji Period Golden Dragon Zabuton Covers by Tanaka Rishichi

Located in Fukuoka, JP

The unique batik zabuton covers are adorned with golden dragons and are believed to have been originally ordered for a temple.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Textiles

Materials

Linen

Meiji Period Bronze Dragon Form Candelabrum a Pair
Meiji Period Bronze Dragon Form Candelabrum a Pair

Meiji Period Bronze Dragon Form Candelabrum a Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

In two separate pieces, these bronze whimsical dragons hold a four arm candleholder in their mouths and a crystal ball in their claws.

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Antique Late 19th Century Asian Meiji Candelabras

Materials

Bronze

Antique Japanese Export Meiji High Relief Dragon Carved Throne Chair.
Antique Japanese Export Meiji High Relief Dragon Carved Throne Chair.

Antique Japanese Export Meiji High Relief Dragon Carved Throne Chair.

Located in Nantwich, GB

An impressive Imperial Meiji period Japanese throne chair which is finely and lavishly carved with dragons holding the eternal pearl in their mouths.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Green Dragon Vase Meiji Period
Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Green Dragon Vase Meiji Period

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Green Dragon Vase Meiji Period

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese cloisonne enamel vase, likely created during the Meiji period. Adorned with a dragon image made in cloisonne technique.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Enamel

19th Century Cloisonné Enamel Dragon Vase, Meiji Period Japan
19th Century Cloisonné Enamel Dragon Vase, Meiji Period Japan

19th Century Cloisonné Enamel Dragon Vase, Meiji Period Japan

Located in London, GB

This intricately decorated antique Japanese vase was crafted in the Meiji period (1868-1912). The vase is of circular form and features a waisted base, large, ovoid body and a lid wi...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Enamel

Japanese Satsuma Dragon Vase, Meiji Period, c 1900, Japan
Japanese Satsuma Dragon Vase, Meiji Period, c 1900, Japan

Japanese Satsuma Dragon Vase, Meiji Period, c 1900, Japan

By Satsuma

Located in Austin, TX

A fantastic small Japanese Satsuma vase with image of writhing dragons, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan. The vase of elegant baluster form, with a slightly flared foot, slender body...

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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Pottery, Stoneware, Hardwood

Early Porcelain Underglaze Dragon Ewer by Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period
Early Porcelain Underglaze Dragon Ewer by Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period

Early Porcelain Underglaze Dragon Ewer by Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period

By Makuzu Kozan

Located in Atlanta, GA

Research indicates that this specific mark was used between Meiji 23rd to 26th. One of the most reoccurring motifs in Kozan's work is the dragon.

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Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Green Dragon Geometric Pattern Vase
Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Green Dragon Geometric Pattern Vase

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Green Dragon Geometric Pattern Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese, Meiji era, enamel vase. The urn shaped vase is enameled with a polychrome design representing a dragon made in the Cloisonne technique.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Enamel

Pair of Japanese Meiji Period Imari Vases with Dragon Handles
Pair of Japanese Meiji Period Imari Vases with Dragon Handles

Pair of Japanese Meiji Period Imari Vases with Dragon Handles

Located in New York, NY

A Monumental pair of Japanese Meiji Period Imari vases with Dragon handles, Japanese Porcelain Studio Marks on Underside.

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Antique 1880s Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase Signed
Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase Signed

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase Signed

Located in Long Island City, NY

A fine quality Japanese vase from the time of Emperor Meiji, 1868 to 1912. Of a baluster form with slightly lobed shoulders, the body is adorned with a finely detailed shaded cloison...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Metal

Large Japanese Porcelain Dragon Vase by Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period
Large Japanese Porcelain Dragon Vase by Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period

Large Japanese Porcelain Dragon Vase by Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period

By Makuzu Kozan

Located in Atlanta, GA

Made by the studio of the legendary Japanese imperial potter Makuzu Kozan (1842-1916), this is a large porcelain vase glazed in a soft yellow color with a subtle gradient, on top of ...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

High Quality Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Charger Plate
High Quality Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Charger Plate

High Quality Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Charger Plate

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese Meiji era, enamel over copper charger plate. The plate is adorned with a polychrome image of a dragon on cobalt blue ground made in the Cloisonne technique.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Large Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dueling Dragons Pink Butterfly Tray
Large Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dueling Dragons Pink Butterfly Tray

Large Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dueling Dragons Pink Butterfly Tray

Located in Long Island City, NY

A large antique Japanese, late Meiji era, enamel over brass tray. The tray is enameled with a polychrome medallion depicting a butterfly surrounded by floral and foliage patterns, an...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Brass, Enamel

19th Century Hand-Carved Dragon Panels from Meiji Temple, Japan
19th Century Hand-Carved Dragon Panels from Meiji Temple, Japan

19th Century Hand-Carved Dragon Panels from Meiji Temple, Japan

Located in Fukuoka, JP

Magnificent Meiji-era temple panel is traditionally placed above the entrance, gracing the space with spiritual protection and aesthetic beauty.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Gold Leaf

Large Pair of Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Double Dragon Vases
Large Pair of Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Double Dragon Vases

Large Pair of Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Double Dragon Vases

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

A large pair of Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Double Dragon Vases, 19th century.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Meiji Period Bronze Dragon Vases, Japan, Antique Decorative Art, 1880s
Meiji Period Bronze Dragon Vases, Japan, Antique Decorative Art, 1880s

Meiji Period Bronze Dragon Vases, Japan, Antique Decorative Art, 1880s

Located in Den Haag, NL

Very nice set of Bronze Dragon vases. Meiji period . Japan Beautiful warm color and patine . so decorative .

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Antique 1880s Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Bronze

Cloisonné Brush Washer Bowl, Japanese Dragon Motif, Meiji Period circa 1880
Cloisonné Brush Washer Bowl, Japanese Dragon Motif, Meiji Period circa 1880

Cloisonné Brush Washer Bowl, Japanese Dragon Motif, Meiji Period circa 1880

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is an unusual cloisonné Brush Washer bowl, made in Japan and dating to the 19th Meiji Period, circa 1890. The circular bowl sits on a low foot The main decoration has styl...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Fine Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Box with Dragon Trinket Box
Fine Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Box with Dragon Trinket Box

Fine Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Box with Dragon Trinket Box

Located in Long Island City, NY

A finely executed Japanese cloisonné enamel box dating to the Meiji period, executed entirely with gilt wire cloisons.

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Meiji Decorative Boxes

Materials

Enamel

Antique Pair of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Goldstone Dragon Vases
Antique Pair of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Goldstone Dragon Vases

Antique Pair of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Goldstone Dragon Vases

Located in Long Island City, NY

Golden stone flake ground, green dragon motif. Collectible Oriental Asian Decor For Interior Design.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Exquisite Japanese Wireless Cloisonné Dragon Motif Vase, Meiji / Taisho Period
Exquisite Japanese Wireless Cloisonné Dragon Motif Vase, Meiji / Taisho Period

Exquisite Japanese Wireless Cloisonné Dragon Motif Vase, Meiji / Taisho Period

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The vase has a classic baluster form with a narrow neck and flared rim, typical of export wares during the Meiji period aimed at Western collectors. The dragon in Japanese art is oft...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Copper

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Meiji Goldstone Enamel Censer Koro with Dragons
Antique Japanese Cloisonne Meiji Goldstone Enamel Censer Koro with Dragons

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Meiji Goldstone Enamel Censer Koro with Dragons

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese, late Meiji Era, lidded and footed enamel over brass censer koro or jar.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Jars

Materials

Enamel, Brass

Japanese Porcelain Bowl Hand-Painted Vines and Dragons, Meiji Ca 1860
Japanese Porcelain Bowl Hand-Painted Vines and Dragons, Meiji Ca 1860

Japanese Porcelain Bowl Hand-Painted Vines and Dragons, Meiji Ca 1860

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a good and very decorative porcelain footed deep bowl, hand-decorated with an Imari design in polychrome enamels and dating to the second half of the 19th century, circa 1860...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Meiji Masterpiece by Ando Jubei: A Maroon Cloisonné Vase with Dragons & Phoenix
Meiji Masterpiece by Ando Jubei: A Maroon Cloisonné Vase with Dragons & Phoenix

Meiji Masterpiece by Ando Jubei: A Maroon Cloisonné Vase with Dragons & Phoenix

By Ando Jubei

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

Meiji Masterpiece attributed to Ando Jubei: A Maroon Cloisonné Vase with Dragons & Phoenix, circa 1895 This monumental Meiji period Japanese cloisonné vase, attributed to the es...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Enamel

Early 20th Century Meiji Period Japanese Export Center Table with Dragons
Early 20th Century Meiji Period Japanese Export Center Table with Dragons

Early 20th Century Meiji Period Japanese Export Center Table with Dragons

Located in Austin, TX

A powerfully carved Japanese export dragon center table, Meiji Period, early 20th century.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Center Tables

Materials

Softwood

Meiji Era circa 1900 Antique Japanese Bronze Sea Dragon 3-Arm Candelabra
Meiji Era circa 1900 Antique Japanese Bronze Sea Dragon 3-Arm Candelabra

Meiji Era circa 1900 Antique Japanese Bronze Sea Dragon 3-Arm Candelabra

Located in Tustin, CA

Magnificent and powerful, fantastically sculptural, ferocious bronze Japanese writhing sea dragon candleholder is coiled around itself, with an uplifted head and a stylized plume of ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

Antique Japanese Meiji Bronze Tray with Dragon Motif and Bamboo-Style Edges
Antique Japanese Meiji Bronze Tray with Dragon Motif and Bamboo-Style Edges

Antique Japanese Meiji Bronze Tray with Dragon Motif and Bamboo-Style Edges

Located in Kastrup, DK

Bronze Tray from the Meiji Period (1868-1912), Japan. A high-quality bronze tray featuring a finely detailed relief dragon motif in the center, expertly patinated in silvery and lig...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Meiji Cloisonné Enamel Ginbari Vase Green Dragon by Kumeno Teitaro
Japanese Meiji Cloisonné Enamel Ginbari Vase Green Dragon by Kumeno Teitaro

Japanese Meiji Cloisonné Enamel Ginbari Vase Green Dragon by Kumeno Teitaro

By Kumeno Teitaro

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

The decoration is dominated by a dynamic green dragon emerging above cresting waves, its coiled form rendered with exceptional clarity and control.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Monumental Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Vase with Dragon & Phoenix, Pat & Gold
Monumental Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Vase with Dragon & Phoenix, Pat & Gold

Monumental Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Vase with Dragon & Phoenix, Pat & Gold

Located in New York, NY

Monumental Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Vase with High Relief Dragon, Phoenix, Shishi and Turtles, two toned deep chocolate brown patina with gold highlights This palace size Japan...

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Antique Late 19th Century Meiji Vases

Materials

Bronze

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Green Goldstone Enamel White Dragon Vase
Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Green Goldstone Enamel White Dragon Vase

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Green Goldstone Enamel White Dragon Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Green Gold Stone Enamel White Dragon Vase A large antique Japanese Meiji period cloisonne vase, featuring an impressive white dragon motif ren...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Enamel

Antique Pair Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Crane Vases Attributed
Antique Pair Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Crane Vases Attributed

Antique Pair Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Crane Vases Attributed

Located in Long Island City, NY

Antique Pair Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Crane Vases Attributed to Honda The exteriors of the wares are adorned with polychrome enamel medallions representing drago...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Enamel

Antique Pair Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Crane Butterfly Vases
Antique Pair Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Crane Butterfly Vases

Antique Pair Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Crane Butterfly Vases

Located in Long Island City, NY

A pair of antique Japanese, early Meiji era, enamel over gilt copper vases. The exteriors of the wares are adorned with polychrome enamel medallions representing dragons, cranes, but...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Pink Jar With Dragons And Phoenix Birds
Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Pink Jar With Dragons And Phoenix Birds

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Pink Jar With Dragons And Phoenix Birds

Located in Long Island City, NY

A fine quality antique Japanese cloisonne enamel lidded jar from the Meiji period, standing on a foot and featuring a lush decor with mythical animals and floral motifs on a pink bac...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Enamel

Meiji Satsuma Dragons & Immortals Cup & Saucer by Kitagawa-zō, Signed Dai Nippon
Meiji Satsuma Dragons & Immortals Cup & Saucer by Kitagawa-zō, Signed Dai Nippon

Meiji Satsuma Dragons & Immortals Cup & Saucer by Kitagawa-zō, Signed Dai Nippon

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Meiji Satsuma Cup and Saucer by Kitagawa-zō with Dragons and Immortals, Signed Dai Nippon An extraordinary Meiji-period Satsuma porcelain cup and saucer, attributed to the distingui...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Era Dragon and Phoenix Bird Goldstone Vase
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Era Dragon and Phoenix Bird Goldstone Vase

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Era Dragon and Phoenix Bird Goldstone Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

A large antique Japanese Meiji era enamel over brass vase. The amphora shaped vase is enameled with polychrome medallions with a Phoenix bird and a dragon surrounded by floral, and f...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Enamel

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Box Dragon, Foo Dog, Phoenix Bird, Butte
Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Box Dragon, Foo Dog, Phoenix Bird, Butte

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Box Dragon, Foo Dog, Phoenix Bird, Butte

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese copper footed rectangular double-bottom box with hinged lid. Late Meiji period, The piece is decorated with cloisonne enamel depictions of dragons, phoenix bird, ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Boxes

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Pair of 19th Century Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Dragon Vase Table Lamps
Pair of 19th Century Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Dragon Vase Table Lamps

Pair of 19th Century Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Dragon Vase Table Lamps

Located in Studio City, CA

A pair of fabulous cylindrical forms Meiji Period (1868-1912) patinated bronze table lamps on carved wood bases with dragon, turtle, and mystical creatures motifs.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Antique Satsuma One Thousand Faces and Dragon Meiji Period Baluster Shaped Vase
Antique Satsuma One Thousand Faces and Dragon Meiji Period Baluster Shaped Vase

Antique Satsuma One Thousand Faces and Dragon Meiji Period Baluster Shaped Vase

By Satsuma

Located in Tustin, CA

The rich 24 karat gold detail is opulent and captivating. From the Meiji era of Japanese history that extended from October 23, 1868 to July 30, 1912.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Earthenware, Pottery

Rare Japanese Meiji Period circa 1870 Pair of Bronze Dragon Candlestick Holders
Rare Japanese Meiji Period circa 1870 Pair of Bronze Dragon Candlestick Holders

Rare Japanese Meiji Period circa 1870 Pair of Bronze Dragon Candlestick Holders

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Wimbledon-Furniture We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare original pair of Japanese Meiji bronze candlestick holders wrapped with dragons circa 1870 A lovely decor...

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Antique 1870s Japanese Meiji Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

Rare Pair of Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Red Ground Dragon
Rare Pair of Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Red Ground Dragon

Rare Pair of Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Red Ground Dragon

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

Opposing panels feature powerful dragons emerging through stylized cloud forms, set against a shimmering brown aventurine ground.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Antique Japanese late Meiji Period Bronze Vase Cast with Dragons in Relief
Antique Japanese late Meiji Period Bronze Vase Cast with Dragons in Relief

Antique Japanese late Meiji Period Bronze Vase Cast with Dragons in Relief

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A late 19th or early 20th century Meiji Period bud vase cast in bronze and featuring engraved bronze dragon relief and stylized elephant handles.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Bronze

Blackground Vase with Flowers Bird Dragon Cloisonné Style Meiji Era, 1868-1912
Blackground Vase with Flowers Bird Dragon Cloisonné Style Meiji Era, 1868-1912

Blackground Vase with Flowers Bird Dragon Cloisonné Style Meiji Era, 1868-1912

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Highly interesting vase. We all know the cloisonne vases in this style but this one is from earthenware like satsuma vases. Meiji era (1868-1912), 19th century Additional informatio...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Bronze

Monumental Pair of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragons on Black Enamel Vases
Monumental Pair of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragons on Black Enamel Vases

Monumental Pair of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragons on Black Enamel Vases

Located in Long Island City, NY

An exceptional and visually commanding pair of Japanese cloisonné enamel vases, distinguished by their rare and monumental scale, each standing an impressive 25 inches tall. Executed...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Enamel

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Black Goldstone Dragon Vase
Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Black Goldstone Dragon Vase

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Black Goldstone Dragon Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

A Chinese enamel vase. The vase has a globular shaped body with a long narrow neck with a fluted mouth. The exterior of the ware is adorned with a polychrome enamel design representi...

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Vases

Materials

Enamel

Pair of Japanese Meiji Period Dragon Lacquer Folding Wall Shelves
Pair of Japanese Meiji Period Dragon Lacquer Folding Wall Shelves

Pair of Japanese Meiji Period Dragon Lacquer Folding Wall Shelves

Located in Atlanta, GA

A rare and unusual pair of Japanese Meiji period lacquered folding wall shelves, likely late 19th century, each formed with an irregular cloud-shaped backplate decorated in gilt and ...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer

Antique Japanese Cloisonné Meiji Period Dragon Teapot CO#06
Antique Japanese Cloisonné Meiji Period Dragon Teapot CO#06

Antique Japanese Cloisonné Meiji Period Dragon Teapot CO#06

Located in Norton, MA

Quality work, amazing workmanship with absolutely fine details bronze cloisonné enameled teapot depicting the scene of a flying dragon with vivid colors of yellow, light golden green...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Metalwork

Materials

Bronze, Copper

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Silver Humidor Box with Dragon Relief
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Silver Humidor Box with Dragon Relief

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Silver Humidor Box with Dragon Relief

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique early 20th Century Japanese Meiji period solid silver humidor box. The surface is adorned with an intricate high relief water dragon, complete with applied flowing whiskers, ...

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20th Century Japanese Other Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Silver

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Monumental Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Winged Dragon Vase
Monumental Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Winged Dragon Vase

Monumental Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Winged Dragon Vase

Located in New York, NY

Great quality. 19th century, Meiji Period. Signed underneath with six character mark.  

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Antique 1880s Japanese Meiji Vases

19th Century Meiji Bronze Vase Dragon
19th Century Meiji Bronze Vase Dragon

19th Century Meiji Bronze Vase Dragon

Unavailable

H 14.57 in W 9.85 in D 11.82 in

19th Century Meiji Bronze Vase Dragon

Located in Paris, FR

Japan - Meiji (1868-1912) - 1880s. Dimensions: Height 37 cm, width 30 cm, depth 25 cm.  

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Antique 1880s Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Japanese Meiji Period Imari Charger with Dragon Motif
19th Century Japanese Meiji Period Imari Charger with Dragon Motif

19th Century Japanese Meiji Period Imari Charger with Dragon Motif

Located in London, west Sussex

This 19th century Japanese Meiji period pottery Imari charger, painted with a central dragon flanked by panels depicting figures and exotic birds with gilded highlights.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Amazing Japanese silver teapot and cover, dragon spout Meiji period 19TH century
Amazing Japanese silver teapot and cover, dragon spout Meiji period 19TH century

Amazing Japanese silver teapot and cover, dragon spout Meiji period 19TH century

Located in Tel Aviv - Jaffa, IL

amazing rare archaistic style silver ewer or tea pot with cover, the design is Of archaistic style dragons on the main frieze and on the cover, this style came from ancient Chinese a...

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Antique 1890s Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Silver

Japanese bronze dragon vase
Japanese bronze dragon vase

Japanese bronze dragon vase

Unavailable

H 13.78 in Dm 5.91 in

Japanese bronze dragon vase

Located in FITZROY, AU

Japanese bronze dragon vase Meiji period(Signed) Decorated in detailed high relief with encircling dragon chasing the elusive flaming wishfully jewel, geometric motif’s meander symbo...

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Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

Pair Japanese Dragon Cloisonne Vases
Pair Japanese Dragon Cloisonne Vases

Pair Japanese Dragon Cloisonne Vases

Unavailable

H 7.25 in Dm 4.5 in

Pair Japanese Dragon Cloisonne Vases

Located in Houston, TX

Pair of cloisonne baluster form vases with three reserves featuring different dragons in each. Very sophisticated work from the Meji period measuring 7 1/2" tall.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji More Asian Art, Objects and Fur...

Japanese Bronze Vessel with Dragon Handles and Falcon Lid
Japanese Bronze Vessel with Dragon Handles and Falcon Lid

Japanese Bronze Vessel with Dragon Handles and Falcon Lid

Located in Greenwich, CT

Japanese bronze vessel with pair of dragon handles, falcon lid, birds in landscape and elephant heads base.

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Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Japanese Imari  Plates Adorned with Fans and Dragons
Pair of Japanese Imari  Plates Adorned with Fans and Dragons

Pair of Japanese Imari Plates Adorned with Fans and Dragons

Located in Antwerp, BE

A pair of circa 1890 Japanese plates painted with brown fans with dragons and cherry trees in blossom. The scalloped edge ads a finishing touch of elegance to the overall design of t...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Bronze Vase with Dragon, Bird and Flora Motif
Japanese Bronze Vase with Dragon, Bird and Flora Motif

Japanese Bronze Vase with Dragon, Bird and Flora Motif

Located in Fulton, CA

A mid-20th century Japanese bronze vase. Excellent vintage condition. Measures: 15 inches tall.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Bronze

Meji Period Pair of 3 Claw Dragon Japaneses Blue and White Vases
Meji Period Pair of 3 Claw Dragon Japaneses Blue and White Vases

Meji Period Pair of 3 Claw Dragon Japaneses Blue and White Vases

Located in London, GB

An impressive pair of Japanese vases standing upright with a short neck and a turned out top rim or lip. In traditional colors of blue and white with embossed three claw molded drago...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Satsuma Japanese Meiji Dragon and Immortalstea Set
Satsuma Japanese Meiji Dragon and Immortalstea Set

Satsuma Japanese Meiji Dragon and Immortalstea Set

By Choshuzan

Located in Dallas, TX

Finely painted Japanese Satsuma porcelain dragon and immortals tea set from the Meiji period (1868-1912).

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Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Large Antique Japanese Meiji Dragon & Tiger Embossed Bronze Ceremonial Cache Pot
Large Antique Japanese Meiji Dragon & Tiger Embossed Bronze Ceremonial Cache Pot

Large Antique Japanese Meiji Dragon & Tiger Embossed Bronze Ceremonial Cache Pot

Located in Big Flats, NY

Large antique Japanese Meiji double handled and footed embossed bronze ceremonial cachepot features scene with dragon and tiger, seated on wooded base, 19th century ***DELIVERY NOTI...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Meiji Period Carved Dragon Chair
Japanese Meiji Period Carved Dragon Chair

Japanese Meiji Period Carved Dragon Chair

Located in Houston, TX

Highly carved sculptural Meiji dragon armchair.: dragon motif carried throughout arms and chair with fantastic detailed hand carvings.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture

Materials

Wood

Large Antique Japanese Meiji Enamel Dragon Charger
Large Antique Japanese Meiji Enamel Dragon Charger

Large Antique Japanese Meiji Enamel Dragon Charger

Located in Long Island City, NY

A large antique Japanese Meiji period cloisonne enamel charger. The central motif of this charger consists of two dragons, a common and powerful symbol in Asian culture.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Tableware

Materials

Enamel

Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Trinket Box with Dragon
Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Trinket Box with Dragon

Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Trinket Box with Dragon

Located in Long Island City, NY

The lid is garnished with a depiction of a dragon. High quality. Collectible Oriental Vanity Items And Decor For Interior Design.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Boxes

Materials

Enamel, Copper

Japanese Monumental 54.75 Inch Meiji Bronze Dragon Vase
Japanese Monumental 54.75 Inch Meiji Bronze Dragon Vase

Japanese Monumental 54.75 Inch Meiji Bronze Dragon Vase

By Japanese Studio

Located in Hamburg, PA

Dates from the Meiji period. There have been recent repairs to the pins which attach the dragons to the body, there is one hole as shown in the images probably during the making.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Antique Meiji Japan Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase
Antique Meiji Japan Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase

Antique Meiji Japan Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

An intricate Japanese Meiji period bottle shaped vase skillfully decorated with a polychrome cloisonne enamel dragon design on a deep cobalt blue ground with swirl motifs throughout ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Enamel

Meiji Period Bronze Trumpet Vase with a Dragon
Meiji Period Bronze Trumpet Vase with a Dragon

Meiji Period Bronze Trumpet Vase with a Dragon

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

The flared vase with a bracketed rim with a silvered dragon entwined round it holding a crystal ball, with inlaid gilt details, signed. Japanese, c1880. Signed by Genryu Sai Saey...

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Antique 1880s Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Meiji Red Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase
Japanese Meiji Red Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase

Japanese Meiji Red Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

Red body is decorated with depictions of dragons. Collectible Oriental Decor For Interior Design.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Massiv Meiji Japanese Imari Porcelain Vase, High-Relief Dragons & Dragon Finial
Massiv Meiji Japanese Imari Porcelain Vase, High-Relief Dragons & Dragon Finial

Massiv Meiji Japanese Imari Porcelain Vase, High-Relief Dragons & Dragon Finial

Located in New York, NY

A Large Meiji Period Japanese Imari Covered Dragon Vase, with High Relief Dragon and Dragon Finial This large Japanese Imari porcelain vase features a baluster form with a domed cov...

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Antique 1870s Meiji Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Dragon Meiji Era Cloisonne Enamel Vases
Japanese Dragon Meiji Era Cloisonne Enamel Vases

Japanese Dragon Meiji Era Cloisonne Enamel Vases

Located in Long Island City, NY

A pair of antique Japanese Meiji period enamel over brass vases. Each vase has an amphora shaped body and a narrow neck.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Enamel, Brass

Large Japanese Dragon Sumida Vase, Meiji Period
Large Japanese Dragon Sumida Vase, Meiji Period

Large Japanese Dragon Sumida Vase, Meiji Period

Located in Pasadena, CA

This is a stunning artist signed large Sumida vase decorated with a pair of high relief dragons, flaming pearls, waves, clouds and a poem. This a large heavily potted vase and unusua...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Clay

Antique Japanese Meiji Bronze Usubata with Dragons, 19th Century
Antique Japanese Meiji Bronze Usubata with Dragons, 19th Century

Antique Japanese Meiji Bronze Usubata with Dragons, 19th Century

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A superb antique Japanese Meiji Bronze Usubata (vessel for traditional flower arranging) applied with a scrolling dragon amidst fir like shrubs with prunus floral designs to the base...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Dragon Vase
19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Dragon Vase

19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Dragon Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Dragon vase 12 inches in good condition considering its age 2 small hits to the vase at first glance the naked eye won't pick up on it...

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Meiji Vases

Materials

Enamel

19th Century Antique Japanese Meiji Scrolling Dragon Bronze Vase
19th Century Antique Japanese Meiji Scrolling Dragon Bronze Vase

19th Century Antique Japanese Meiji Scrolling Dragon Bronze Vase

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A large and impressive antique Japanese Meiji bronze vase moulded in relief with a scrolling dragon amidst clouds on a fine patterned and textured ground with decorative borders arou...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Antique Meiji Period Hammered Silver Dragon Box
Japanese Antique Meiji Period Hammered Silver Dragon Box

Japanese Antique Meiji Period Hammered Silver Dragon Box

Located in Newark, England

Hammered Silver Decoration From our Japanese collection, we are pleased to offer a Japanese Meiji Period Silver Dragon Box. The box of rectangular form cast from solid silver with a...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Japanese Meiji Green Goldstone Enamel Dragon Vase
Antique Japanese Meiji Green Goldstone Enamel Dragon Vase

Antique Japanese Meiji Green Goldstone Enamel Dragon Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese late Meiji era enamel over brass vase. The amphora shaped vase with a narrow fluted neck.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Enamel

Japan, Meiji Blue "Writhing Dragon" Porcelain Vase, Awaji Kiln
Japan, Meiji Blue "Writhing Dragon" Porcelain Vase, Awaji Kiln

Japan, Meiji Blue "Writhing Dragon" Porcelain Vase, Awaji Kiln

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, a fine robin's egg blue -writhing dragon- porcelain vase, Awaji Kiln from the late Meiji period (1868-1912).

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

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Meiji Dragon For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the meiji dragon you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A meiji dragon — often made from metal, bronze and silver — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a meiji dragon — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A meiji dragon, designed in the style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one meiji dragon that is appealing in its simplicity, but Arthur & Bond, Samurai Shokai and Choshuzan produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Meiji Dragon?

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A Close Look at Meiji Furniture

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.