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A Fine Pair of Japanese Cloisonné-Enamel Vases with Swallows and Parrots. 19th C

$2,235.36per set
£1,650per set
€1,928.70per set
CA$3,085.13per set
A$3,456.03per set
CHF 1,797.56per set
MX$42,156.42per set
NOK 22,885.39per set
SEK 21,579.29per set
DKK 14,395.27per set

About the Item

A Fine Pair of Japanese Cloisonné-Enamel Vases with Swallows and Parrots Meiji period Each of square shape with rounded shoulders, rising to a slightly waisted neck and flaring mouth, supported on a splayed foot, finely worked in coloured enamels and silver wire on a turquoise ground. One side decorated with swallows in flight above flowering prunus, peony and rose; the reverse with a white parrot perched on a bough of hibiscus or camellia. Further embellished with chrysanthemums, butterflies and seasonal foliage. The neck and foot rims applied with scalloped gilt metal mounts; the interior and base with plain polished metal . Size: H- 17.5 cm, W-10 cm, diameter to the bottom 5.5 cm Condition: Excellent overall; minor surface wear consistent with age.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.09 in (18 cm)Width: 3.55 in (9 cm)Depth: 7.09 in (18 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Enamel,Cloissoné
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8001246104392

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