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Japanese Cloisonne Totai Enamel Ceramic Jar Butterflies and Dragonflies

$3,000
£2,267.63
€2,605.91
CA$4,177.48
A$4,647.28
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MX$56,788.59
NOK 31,021.47
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An antique Japanese late Meiji era covered Totai enamel on ceramic ginger jar. Circa: late 19th century The ware is enameled with polychrome images of blossoming flowers, butterflies, and dragonflies made in the Cloisonne technique. The cover of the ware is made in the same design. The neck and the base are adorned with polychrome floral, and foliage motifs made in the same technique. Signed with red ink hieroglyphs, on the bottom. Totai Shippo is the name given to Japanese cloisonne on ceramics, both on earthenwares and on porcelain. It has a similar appearance to metallic cloisonne ware, with metal cloisons sometimes individually filled with different colours however, some parts of the surface might be left decorated as normal blue and white porcelain, as is done on the inside of the lid of this item. Dimensions: Overall size: H 6 1/4 in. All measurements are approximate. Condition Overall good vintage condition. Refer to photos
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.25 in (15.88 cm)Diameter: 6.25 in (15.88 cm)
  • Style:
    Meiji (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Enamel,Cloissoné
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Good antique condition. Signs of age and wear. Refer to photos.
  • Seller Location:
    Long Island City, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7386239658202

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