Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Vases Petite Pair

About the Item

This colorful striking pair of antique Japanese bronze vases from the Meiji period are decorated with enamel using the cloisonne technique. Two matched vases with a relief pattern of cloisonne enamel, making up a set. The entire surface of each vase is decorated with a complex floral and leaf pattern of white, gold and orange colors on a cobalt blue background. Note the delicate border at the bottom in light blue and pink lotus. The meiping shape was first made of stoneware during the Tang dynasty (618–907). It was originally used as a wine vessel, but since the Song dynasty (960–1279) it also became popular as a plum vase and got its name "meiping". Unmarked. Meiji era, 1868 to 1912, reign of Emperor Mutsuhito. On wooden pedestals- overall stand 9.5 inches. Bottoms measure 2.5 inches across- tops 1.75 inches across- vases standing alone 8 inches.

Dimensions:
Height: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Diameter: 8 in (20.32 cm)
Sold As:
Set of 2
Style:
Anglo-Japanese (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Enamel,Cloissoné
Place of Origin:
Japan
Period:
1900-1909
Date of Manufacture:
1900
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Very good condition with the exception of small dent in one of them- you cannot see it but you can feel it.
Seller Location:
Savannah, GA
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU1071242688052