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Antique Signed Meiji Period Japanese Mixed Metal Vase with Crane by Yamamoto

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A fine antique, mixed metals Japanese vase. By Yamamoto Koken. In primarily bronze with inlaid copper, gold and silver highlights. The front of the vase depicts a crane ankle-deep in water and surrounded by reeds. Simply a wonderful Japanese vase! Date: Late 19th or Early 20th Century Overall Condition: It is in overall fair, as-pictured, used estate condition. Condition Details: There are 2 medium-sized dents near the top of the vase, one dent to the right of the crane, and a slight indention to the rim. (All likely the result of a fall and all reparable by a competent metalsmith.) Otherwise, there is some slight unevenness in the patina, some spots of patina rubbing (particularly surrounding the crane as a result of polishing), some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age. Maker: Yamamoto Koken Marks: Marked to the base 山本造 (Made by Yamamoto) and to the reverse 幸扇 (Koken). Measurements: Height: ca. 143 mm Diameter: ca. 76 mm Items purchased from this dealer must delight you. Purchases may be returned for any reason for a period of 7 days.
  • Similar to:
    Eisuke Miyao 1 (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.63 in (14.3 cm)Diameter: 3 in (7.6 cm)
  • Style:
    Meiji (Of the Period)
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 19th or Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. See description for extensive condition details.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: D/I INV1stDibs: LU1610226087292
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