Meiji Decorative Objects

MEIJI STYLE

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.

Style: Meiji

Antique Meiji Era Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

A rare elegant Japanese vase cast of metal, possibly brass, featuring a baluster shaped body and a wide short neck. The surface is decorated with a delicate image of a thistle flowe...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Metal

Antique Meiji Era Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vase

$1,500 Sale Price

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Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Early Meiji Namikawa School Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese early Meiji period cloisonne vase, attributed to the renowned artist Namikawa Yasuyuki. Adorned with intricate floral motifs, delicate butterflies, and exquisite ...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Early Meiji Namikawa School Vase

$630 Sale Price

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Antique Golden Age Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Chrysanthemums And Sparrows Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese, late Meiji era, footed enamel over copper vase in the Hayashi Tanigoro manner, c.1895 to 1935, a Japanese artist. The urn shaped vase is enameled with a polyc...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel, Copper

Antique Golden Age Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Chrysanthemums And Sparrows Vase

$4,275 Sale Price

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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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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Metal

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase Signed

$4,125 Sale Price

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Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Turquoise Enamel Japanese Garden Vase Silver Wire

Located in Long Island City, NY

A high quality Japanese, late Meiji era, silver wire and enamel vase. The amphora shaped vase is adorned with polychrome enamel images of birds, trees, blossoming flowers, and screen...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel, Silver

Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Turquoise Enamel Japanese Garden Vase Silver Wire

$3,200 Sale Price

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Japanese Antique Crucible 1900s-1920s / Flower Vase Wabi Sabi

By Axel Vervoordt

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is an old Japanese crucible, believed to have been used during the Meiji to Taisho period (1860s–1920s). Crucibles like this were essential tools in metal refining and casting, ...

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Early 1900s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Clay

Japanese Antique Crucible 1900s-1920s / Flower Vase Wabi Sabi

$1,250

19th Century Japanese Meiji Satsuna Enameled Porcelain Vase

Located in Germantown, MD

A 19th Century Japanese Meiji Satsuna Enameled Porcelain Vase. Measures 8" in width x 6" in depth x 14" in height.

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Late 19th Century American Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

19th Century Japanese Meiji Satsuna Enameled Porcelain Vase

$795

Late Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Bud Vase

Located in Glasgow, GB

An elegant Japanese bronze bud vase dating to the late Meiji period (circa early 20th century), notable for its refined proportions and sculptural detail. The form combines a rounded...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Late Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Bud Vase

$247

Monumental Japanese Three-Piece Peach Cloisonné Enamel Garniture, Nagoya Company

By Nagoya Craftsmen

Located in Queens, NY

A Monumental Japanese Meiji Period Three-Piece Lobed Cloisonné Enamel Garniture with Birds, Butterflies, and Chrysanthemums on a Rare Pale Peach Ground, Attributed to the Nagoya Cloi...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Copper, Enamel

Monumental Japanese Three-Piece Peach Cloisonné Enamel Garniture, Nagoya Company

$75,000

Antique Large Japanese Wire Cloisonné Enamel Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

Antique large Japanese vase of elongated shape. Late Meiji period, 1868-1913. The piece is decorated with silver wire cloisonne enamel boughs of wisteria flowers and birds against a ...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Antique Large Japanese Wire Cloisonné Enamel Vase

$3,150 Sale Price

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Japanese Satsuma Vase

By Satsuma

Located in New York, NY

A gorgeous hand-painted Japanese Satsuma vase, Meigi, circa 20th century, Japan. Beautiful hand-painted detail of colorful flowers and spider mum flowers around finished with gold de...

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20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Japanese Satsuma Vase

$925

A Pair Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Ormolu Bronze Mounted Vases

Located in Long Island City, NY

A pair of antique Japanese decorative cloisonne enamel vases with a gilt bronze base and handles. Each has a rounded, baluster shape with a dark cobalt blue ground adorned with image...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bronze, Enamel

A Pair Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Ormolu Bronze Mounted Vases

$9,800 / set

Meiji Period Cloisonne Bulbous Cabinet Vase

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Cabinet Vase, circa 1880 A finely detailed Japanese Meiji period cloisonné cabinet vase, dating to the late 1...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Copper

Meiji Period Cloisonne Bulbous Cabinet Vase

$795

19th Century Meiji Japanese Satsuna Enanel Porcelain Vase

Located in Germantown, MD

A 19th Century Meiji Japanese Satsuna Enaneled Porcelain Vase. Measures 7" in width x 7" in depth x 12.25" in height.

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

19th Century Meiji Japanese Satsuna Enanel Porcelain Vase

$720

Rare Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vase with Kingfisher and Reeds, Hayashi Kodenji

Located in Queens, NY

A Rare Japanese Meiji Period Lobed Silver-Wire Cloisonné Enamel Vase with Kingfisher and Reeds, Attributed to the Hayashi Kodenji Studio A rare and elegant Japanese cloisonné enamel...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Copper, Enamel

Rare Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vase with Kingfisher and Reeds, Hayashi Kodenji

$12,000

Japanese Antique Sooty Straw Container / Object Flower Vase / 1868-1912s wabig

Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture

This is an old container woven from straw. Over the years, it has turned black with soot. It is thought to have been used in a private home in the Tohoku region, but its exact purpo...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Straw

Japanese Antique Sooty Straw Container / Object Flower Vase / 1868-1912s wabig

$1,000

Rare Large Pair of Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Lobbed Vases with Dra

Located in Long Island City, NY

A pair of rare antique Japanese, early Meiji era, enamel over gilt copper vases. Each vase has a lobbed shape. The exteriors of the wares are adorned with polychrome enamel panels an...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Rare Large Pair of Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Lobbed Vases with Dra

$24,000

Large Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese copper vase with polychrome cloisonne enamel decor. Late Meiji period, before 1912. Baluster shape, flower brunches and birds decor against turquoise background. ...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Copper, Enamel

Large Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Vase

$4,800 Sale Price

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Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Blue Enamel Silver Vase with Eagle Signed Inaba

Located in Long Island City, NY

A rare antique Japanese cloisonné enamel silver mounted and silver wire vase Late Meiji period circa 1895 . Elongated shape with pronounced neck. Cobalt blue ground color. The obvers...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Blue Enamel Silver Vase with Eagle Signed Inaba

$7,500

Antique Miniature Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Celadon Color Vase with Butterflies

Located in Long Island City, NY

A miniature Japanese Meiji period vase, 1868 to 1912. The globular vase slightly tapering to the bottom decorated in polychrome enamels and copper wi...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel, Copper

Antique Miniature Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Celadon Color Vase with Butterflies

$750 Sale Price

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Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Geometric Floral Fruit Vase Attributed To GOTO

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese cloisonne vase from the Meiji period featuring an elegant form with high shoulders and a deep saturated blue color enamel. Decorated with floral and foliate with ...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Geometric Floral Fruit Vase Attributed To GOTO

$2,500

Pair of Large 19th Century Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Blue Ground Enamel Vases Cra

Located in Long Island City, NY

A large pair of Japanese Meiji Period Blue-Ground Cloisonne enamel vases, 19th century. Very nice quality, with cloisonne enamel throughout, depicting cranes, flowers and blossoms wi...

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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Pair of Large 19th Century Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Blue Ground Enamel Vases Cra

$18,000

Japanese Satsuma Ginger Jar Vase, circa Early 20th Century

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful small Japanese Satsuma ginger jar vase, circa early-20th century, Japan. Colors include cream, copper, green, blue, white, black, orange...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery

Japanese Satsuma Ginger Jar Vase, circa Early 20th Century

$475

Large High Quality Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Vases with Birds

Located in Long Island City, NY

A pair of large antique Japanese copper vases with polychrome cloisonne enamel decor. Late Meiji period, before 1912. Elongated shape with pronounced neck. Birds and flowers motif ag...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel, Copper

Large High Quality Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Vases with Birds

$4,000 / set

Japanese Meiji Cloisonné Enamel Vase with Cherry Blossoms, Ota Tamashiro

Located in Queens, NY

A Japanese Meiji Period Silver-Wire Cloisonné Enamel Vase with Cherry Blossoms and Narcissus, Attributed to Ota Tamashiro An elegant Japanese cloisonné enamel vase from the Meiji pe...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Copper, Enamel

Japanese Meiji Cloisonné Enamel Vase with Cherry Blossoms, Ota Tamashiro

$9,000

Japanese Meiji Period Silver and Mixed Metals Cigar Decorative Box by Hidekuni

Located in Newark, England

From our Japanese collection, we are delighted to introduce this Japanese Silver and Mixed Metals Box by Hidekuni. The Japanese Box of large rectangular form lined in a dark asian ro...

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Early 1900s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Gold, Silver

Japanese Meiji Period Silver and Mixed Metals Cigar Decorative Box by Hidekuni

$6,185

Japanese Antique Tsukubai 1860s-1900s / Stone Vase Basin Wabi Sabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is an old tsukubai (stone) made in Japan. This item was made during the Meiji period (1860s-1900s), and its natural texture over the years is attractive. Tsukubai is a stone wa...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Stone

Japanese Antique Tsukubai 1860s-1900s / Stone Vase Basin Wabi Sabi

$1,000

Large Antique 20th century Japanese Tanuki Statue Red and White Japan

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

This is a ceramic figure of a Japanese tanuki (狸 – raccoon dog), a well-known creature from Japanese folklore. These figures are considered symbols of good fortune, prosperity, and p...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Large Antique 20th century Japanese Tanuki Statue Red and White Japan

$2,089

Japanese Lacquer Box with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay and Parquetry Drawers

Located in Yonkers, NY

A finely crafted Japanese tabletop cabinet from the early 20th century, this compact storage piece is richly detailed with traditional decorative techniques and export-era flourishes...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Wood

Japanese Lacquer Box with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay and Parquetry Drawers

$890

Large Antique Jardinière, Japanese, Bronze, Tree Planter Pot, Victorian, Meiji

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a large antique jardinière, a Japanese bronze planter pot with rich relief decoration, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880. Of ...

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1880s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Large Antique Jardinière, Japanese, Bronze, Tree Planter Pot, Victorian, Meiji

$8,477

Meiji Period Imari Gourd Shaped Box with Moth Handle, by Fukagawa

By Fukagawa

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Meiji Period Imari Gourd-Shaped Box with Moth Handle, by Fukagawa Japan, circa 1900s Fukagawa Porcelain, Established in 1894 A rare and exquisite Meiji Period Imari Gourd-Shaped Bo...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meiji Period Imari Gourd Shaped Box with Moth Handle, by Fukagawa

$544 Sale Price

20% Off

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Turquoise Dragon Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese late Meiji era vase of a baluster shape with a narrow fluted neck. The metal vase is adorned with a polychrome image of a dragon made in the Cloisonne technique o...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Turquoise Dragon Vase

$600 Sale Price

20% Off

An Exquisite and Large Pair of Meiji Japanese Ginbari Cloisonne Enamel Vases

Located in Queens, NY

An Exquisite and Large Pair of Meiji Japanese Ginbari Cloisonné Enamel Vases with Peonies and Butterflies This stunning pair of vases, crafted during the Meiji period (1868-1912), s...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

An Exquisite and Large Pair of Meiji Japanese Ginbari Cloisonne Enamel Vases

$30,000

Pair of 19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Imari Porcelain Vases

By Imari Porcelain

Located in Pearland, TX

A gorgeous pair of antique 19th-Century Japanese Imari vases made in the Meiji period, circa 1870. These fine vases have a lovely lobed shape and hand painted floral design in the tr...

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Mid-19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Pair of 19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Imari Porcelain Vases

$1,495

Japanese Silver Wire Cloisonne Enamel Censor Koro Attr Hayashi Kodenji

Located in Long Island City, NY

A high quality antique Japanese, Meiji era, Silver wire enamel tripod censer koro attributed to Hayashi Kodenji, Japanese, 1831 to 1915. Circa 1900s. The baluster form body is enamel...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Japanese Silver Wire Cloisonne Enamel Censor Koro Attr Hayashi Kodenji

$2,500

Antique Signed Japanese Bronze Mixed Metals Butterbur Vase by Atsuyoshi / Inoue

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine signed antique Japanese Meiji period mixed metals vase. By Miyabe Atsuyoshi for Inoue of Kyoto. With a bronze body and d...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Gold, Silver, Bronze, Copper

Antique Signed Japanese Bronze Mixed Metals Butterbur Vase by Atsuyoshi / Inoue

$1,850

Antique Japanese Meiji Period (1868-1912) Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan

By Kinkozan

Located in Newark, England

Signed Kinkozan 金光山 From our Japanese collection, we are delighted to offer this Japanese Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan. The vase is potted in globular form with a tightly pinched neck and rolled top rim beautifully decorated with four highly detailed individual panelled scenes. The first a Geisha baring a gilt basket with her child playing with a fan infant of a gilt fence encompassing blossoming foliage and bamboo plants. The second scene depicts two birds, a Red Headed Japanese Wood Pigeon and a white dove in the foreground with a similar gilt fence with blossoming kiku flowers (chrysanthemums). The third scene is painted as a bustling village community with multiple figures going about their daily jobs, a central Palanquins can be seen with two figures carrying a seating figure. To the background a mountainous river landscape can viewed bordering the top left corner. The final scene appears similar to the opposing one with birds swooping high above a polychrome Japanese...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery

Antique Japanese Meiji Period (1868-1912) Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan

$10,308

An Exquisite Quality Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Bud Vase

Located in Queens, NY

Presenting a truly remarkable piece, this large exquisite quality cobalt ground Meiji Period Japanese cloisonne Enamel Bud Vase. This magnificent artwork embodies the timeless beauty...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

An Exquisite Quality Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Bud Vase

$24,000

Antique Meiji era Japanese silver vase Kintaro Hattori

Located in Long Island City, NY

A fine metalwork vase from the time of Emperor Meiji, 1868 to 1912. This elegant Japanese Silver and Shakudo vase with multi-metal decoration of two ducks...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Copper

Antique Meiji era Japanese silver vase Kintaro Hattori

$4,200

Monumental Pair of Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vases with Warriors, Ota Tamashiro

Located in Queens, NY

A Monumental Pair of Japanese Meiji Period Cloisonné Enamel Vases with Warriors, Dragon, and Falcon, Attributed to Ota Tamashiro A monumental pair of Japanese cloisonné enamel vases...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Copper, Enamel

Monumental Pair of Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vases with Warriors, Ota Tamashiro

$36,000

Meiji Large Bronze Vase circa 1850

Located in CA, CA

Meiji bronze vase, of striking simple form dating from the mid 19th century. Finely cast with beautiful dark patina.

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Meiji Large Bronze Vase circa 1850

$3,298

Large Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Adorned with Iris Blossoms

Located in Queens, NY

Introducing a magnificent Large Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vase adorned with enchanting iris blossoms. This extraordinary vase encapsulates the essence of Japanese artist...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Large Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Adorned with Iris Blossoms

$25,000

Pair Large Antique Japanese Meiji Period Porcelain Imari Lidded Jars Urns, 1880

Located in Portland, OR

A good pair of large antique Japanese Meiji period porcelain lidded jars, circa 1880. The jars having ribbed dome shaped lids topped with lion-dog (Komainu) finials, the baluster shaped jars also of corresponding ribbed form. The lids and jars are skillfully hand-decorated in the Imari palette with blue & iron red floral decoration over a white body, on one side are a pair of floral cartouches on another side is a fan shaped cartouche. Condition is very good indeed, no damage or restoration, a very handsome pair of 19th century Japanese Imari lidded jars...

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1880s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Pair Large Antique Japanese Meiji Period Porcelain Imari Lidded Jars Urns, 1880

$1,320 Sale Price / set

20% Off

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Flying Cranes Hayashi School

Located in Long Island City, NY

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Flying Cranes Hayashi School An antique Japanese, late Meiji period, enamel . The vase has a sphere shaped body and a wide fluted n...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel, Brass

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Flying Cranes Hayashi School

$2,500

Large Pair Of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Wireless Vases Mt Fuji Sun Set

Located in Long Island City, NY

A pair of antique Japanese Meiji Era wireless cloisonne or musen shippo vases. The vases have a light blue ground with a landscape depicting Mount Fuji on one vase and a landscape wi...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Large Pair Of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Wireless Vases Mt Fuji Sun Set

$12,000 / set

A Monumental Meiji Period Japanese Turned Wood Vase with Silver Spider Okimonos

Located in Queens, NY

A Rare and Monumental Meiji Period Japanese Turned Wood Vase with Nine Silver Spider Okimonos – A Masterpiece of Form and Symbolism A striking fusion of natural elegance and meticul...

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19th Century Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Silver

A Monumental Meiji Period Japanese Turned Wood Vase with Silver Spider Okimonos

$75,000

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Red Crane Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

A large antique Japanese copper vase with translucent cloisonne enamel design. 1890 Meiji era, . Elongated shape with pronounced neck. The piece is decorated with a stork bird motif ...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel, Copper

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Red Crane Vase

$12,000

TSUNEMITSU Bronze Tiger With Terrifying Glass Eyes, Meiji, 1868-1912

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

Bronze Roaring Tiger with Terrifying Eyes by TSUNEMITSU, Japan, Meiji Period (1868-1912). This magnificent bronze sculpture of a roaring tiger, created by Japanese artist Tsunemitsu...

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Late 19th Century Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bronze

TSUNEMITSU Bronze Tiger With Terrifying Glass Eyes, Meiji, 1868-1912

$5,400

Antique Meiji Period Japanese Imari Plate with Flowers, Late 19th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Antique Meiji period Japanese Imari Plate with flowers. Late 19th c. Lovely small plate. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Japanese Style: Kutani Region of Orig...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Meiji Period Japanese Imari Plate with Flowers, Late 19th Century

$89 Sale Price

20% Off

Large Antique Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Lotus Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

A large antique Japanese early Meiji period vase attributed to Namikawa Yasuyuki, a prominent cloisonne artist of the time. Showcases the highly regarded craftsmanship and intricate ...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Large Antique Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Lotus Vase

$1,260 Sale Price

55% Off

Japanese Contemporary Red Blue Green Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 3

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Exceptional Japanese contemporary decorative porcelain vase, intricately hand painted on a stunningly shaped porcelain body in blue and red, a stunning piece by highly-acclaimed awar...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Japanese Contemporary Red Blue Green Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 3

$1,850

Antique Meji Period Imari Japanese Porcelain Dish Arita, Japan, 19th/20th C.

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Sharing this lovely Japanese Imari dish from the Meiji period. With beautiful floral design. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Meji Period Imari Japanese Porcelain Dish Arita, Japan, 19th/20th C.

$80 Sale Price

20% Off

Japanese Antique Satsuma Pottery Buddhist Monks Vase with Shimazu Crest Mark

By Satsuma

Located in Studio City, CA

A beautiful Japanese Satsuma pottery studio vase featuring multiple kesa-clad enlightened Buddhist monks on each side of the vase. The piece is finely detailed with rich raised gilt highlights throughout and beautifully decorated in gold and various hand painted other colors. From the Meiji period (1868-1912). This piece has the all-important Shimazu Family crest mark (red circle with a cross inside) on the base authenticating the work as an old and original Satsumaware work. The mark shows the pottery was made under the rule of the Shimazu clan. From a Los Angeles Collection...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Earthenware, Pottery

Japanese Antique Satsuma Pottery Buddhist Monks Vase with Shimazu Crest Mark

$1,250

Japanese Antique Paper-covered Pottery Vase 1860s-1900s / Vessel Wabi Sabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is a paper-lined Pottery vase (jar) made in Japan. It was made during the Meiji period (1860s-1900s) and was used to store and transport tea leaves at that time. To protect the ...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Pottery, Paper

Japanese Antique Paper-covered Pottery Vase 1860s-1900s / Vessel Wabi Sabi

$1,500

Japanese Contemporary Ko-Imari Gold Blue Porcelain Koro Incense Burner

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Stunning contemporary Japanese Ko-Imari style porcelain koro or incense burner or jewelry box, hand painted on a beautifully shaped round body in cobalt blue, red and green and gener...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold

Japanese Contemporary Ko-Imari Gold Blue Porcelain Koro Incense Burner

$250

High Quality Old Japanese Satsuma Earthenware Vase, ca 1900, Meiji period

By Satsuma

Located in Bilzen, BE

A rare antique handpainted Japanese Satsuma earthenware vase, signed Fine quality Good overall condition, no chips, cracks or restorations Height 14 cm

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

High Quality Old Japanese Satsuma Earthenware Vase, ca 1900, Meiji period

$659 / item

Four Fine quality "Nippon" Vases (Moriage); Meiji Dynasty, Japan. Circa 1910.

Located in Incline Village, NV

Four fine quality "Nippon" AUTHENTIC vases from the Meiji dynasty; Japan, Circa 1910. They are all hand painted with moriage accents to three of them; indicative and representative ...

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1910s Japanese Vintage Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Four Fine quality "Nippon" Vases (Moriage); Meiji Dynasty, Japan. Circa 1910.

$600

20th Century Japanese Black Lacquer Box with Gold Bird and Reed Motif Decorative

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

20th Century Japanese Black Lacquer Box with Gold Bird and Reed Motif, Decorative & Functional Description: This elegant Japanese lacquer box, crafted in the 20th century, is a beautiful example of refined traditional craftsmanship. Coated in deep black lacquer, the box is adorned with delicate gold-painted branch and bird motifs, evoking a sense of serenity and natural harmony. The fine, meticulous brushwork captures the lightness of the reeds and the poised elegance of the bird, offering a peaceful and contemplative decorative piece. The removable lid reveals an interior decorated with two gold medallions, each threaded with a golden ribbon, adding an extra touch of subtle luxury and detail. Key features include: Authentic Japanese Craftsmanship: This box reflects traditional Japanese lacquerware techniques, emphasizing delicacy, patience, and respect for nature. Elegant Black and Gold Color Palette: The deep black base contrasts beautifully with the fine gold detailing, creating a sophisticated and timeless aesthetic. Nature-Inspired Motif: The scene of golden reeds and a resting bird embodies calmness, elegance, and a connection to the natural world, key themes in Japanese art. Decorative Interior: Inside, two gold medallions with threaded ribbons enhance the box’s refined, ceremonial feel, offering a hidden layer of beauty. Functional and Decorative: Perfect for use as a decorative object, a jewelry box, a keepsake container, or a small personal storage piece. Versatile Placement: Its understated luxury allows it to fit effortlessly into minimalist, traditional, wabi-sabi, or eclectic interiors. This 20th-century Japanese black lacquer box is more than a container—it’s a poetic celebration of craftsmanship, nature, and subtle beauty, offering both functional use and decorative sophistication. Keywords: Japanese black lacquer box, gold painted bird and reed motif, 20th-century Japanese decor, traditional lacquerware, serene Japanese art box, nature-themed lacquer container...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

20th Century Japanese Black Lacquer Box with Gold Bird and Reed Motif Decorative

$419

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Handle Jar Attributed To OTA KICHISABURO

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese enamel footed incense burner, Ota Kichisaburo School, Meiji period, 1868 to 1912. The lobed body is adorned with a polychrome design representing panels with blos...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Handle Jar Attributed To OTA KICHISABURO

$3,500

Monumental Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Jardiniere

Located in Queens, NY

A Monumental Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Jardiniere. This monumental Meiji Period Japanese cloisonne enamel jardiniere is...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel, Copper

Monumental Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Jardiniere

$45,000

Meiji decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Meiji decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage decorative objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, asian art and furniture, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Meiji decorative objects made in a specific country, there are Asia, East Asia, and Japan pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include Satsuma, Ando Jubei, Kinkozan, and Inaba Cloisonne Co.. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for decorative objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $83 and tops out at $98,000 while the average work can sell for $2,518.