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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.

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Style: Meiji
Japanese Antique Large Paper-Covered Pottery Vase 1860s-1900s / Vessel Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Large Paper-Covered Pottery Vase 1860s-1900s / Vessel Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Large Paper-Covered Pottery Vase 1860s-1900s / Vessel Wabisabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is a large antique Japanese ceramic storage jar covered with paper. Its powerful, substantial form combined with the remaining traces of paper on the surface gives it a sculptur...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery, Paper

Fine Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Box with Dragon Trinket Box
Fine Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Box with Dragon Trinket Box

Fine Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Box with Dragon Trinket Box

Located in Long Island City, NY

A finely executed Japanese cloisonné enamel box dating to the Meiji period, executed entirely with gilt wire cloisons. The lid is centered with a dynamic coiled dragon set against a ...

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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Japanese Cast Bronze Vase
Japanese Cast Bronze Vase

Japanese Cast Bronze Vase

Located in New Windsor, NY

Japanese cast bronze vessel is features a dark, rich patina. A bulbous, pot-like shape with a raised neck and a footed base. A prominent band of intricate geometric and stylized rel...

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1940s Japanese Vintage Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair of Monumental Japanese Bronze Cranes, Meiji Period (1868–1912)
Pair of Monumental Japanese Bronze Cranes, Meiji Period (1868–1912)

Pair of Monumental Japanese Bronze Cranes, Meiji Period (1868–1912)

Located in Lincoln, GB

A Pair of Monumental Japanese Bronze Cranes, Meiji Period (1868–1912) An exceptionally fine pair of Japanese bronze cranes, displaying the masterful realism and technical virtuosity ...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Monumental Pair of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragons on Black Enamel Vases
Monumental Pair of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragons on Black Enamel Vases

Monumental Pair of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragons on Black Enamel Vases

Located in Long Island City, NY

An exceptional and visually commanding pair of Japanese cloisonné enamel vases, distinguished by their rare and monumental scale, each standing an impressive 25 inches tall. Executed...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Antique Japanese Awaji Pottery Minpei Ware Sancai (Three Color) Bowl Signed
Antique Japanese Awaji Pottery Minpei Ware Sancai (Three Color) Bowl Signed

Antique Japanese Awaji Pottery Minpei Ware Sancai (Three Color) Bowl Signed

By Awaji Pottery

Located in Wilton, CT

Antique Japanese Awaji pottery bowl in sancai (three color) glaze, circa 1900. Hand turned. Impressed plover mark from the Danto Kiln, succesor to the Minpei Kiln. Sancai glazes orig...

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Early 1900s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Antique Meiji Era Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vase
Antique Meiji Era Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vase

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

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase Signed
Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase Signed

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

Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Peonies Iris and Sparrows Goto
Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Peonies Iris and Sparrows Goto

Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Peonies Iris and Sparrows Goto

Located in Long Island City, NY

A refined and beautifully executed Japanese cloisonne enamel vase from the school of Goto Seizaburo, Meiji period circa 1890. Height twelve inches. This vase displays the naturalis...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Japanese Satsuma Vase
Japanese Satsuma Vase

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

A Pair Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Ormolu Bronze Mounted Vases
A Pair Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Ormolu Bronze Mounted Vases

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

Materials

Enamel, Bronze

Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase With Birds And Flowers Attributed To Goto
Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase With Birds And Flowers Attributed To Goto

Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase With Birds And Flowers Attributed To Goto

Located in Long Island City, NY

This exceptional Japanese cloisonne enamel vase dates to the Meiji period, circa 1880–1890, and is confidently attributed to the workshop of Gotō Seizaburō, one of the most technical...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Antique Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Geometric Patterns Gard
Antique Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Geometric Patterns Gard

Antique Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Geometric Patterns Gard

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese Meiji period cloisonne vase featuring intricate foliage motifs complemented by two exquisite floral panels. The meticulous craftsmanship in depicting foliage patt...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Japanese Antique Paper-covered Large Ceramic Jar 1860s-1900s / Vessel Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Paper-covered Large Ceramic Jar 1860s-1900s / Vessel Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Paper-covered Large Ceramic Jar 1860s-1900s / Vessel Wabisabi

By Axel Vervoordt

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is an exceptionally rare large ceramic jar from Japan, covered in paper. It was made during the Meiji period (1860s–1900s) and was originally used for transporting and storing t...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Paper, Straw, Pottery

Antique Japanese Cloisonné Meiji Enamel Box with Roosters
Antique Japanese Cloisonné Meiji Enamel Box with Roosters

Antique Japanese Cloisonné Meiji Enamel Box with Roosters

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese Meiji era covered enamel over brass trinket or jewelry box. Circa: late 19th century to early 20th century. The ware is enameled with a polychrome image of a roos...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Japanese Articulate Bronze Beetle Jizai Okimono Attributed to Myochin Linage
Japanese Articulate Bronze Beetle Jizai Okimono Attributed to Myochin Linage

Japanese Articulate Bronze Beetle Jizai Okimono Attributed to Myochin Linage

Located in Atlanta, GA

A bronze Japanese okimono cast in refined and realistic form of a Rhinoceros Beetle attributed to Myochin lineage circa 19th century of Meiji period. Rendered in a robust and natural...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Antique Iron Vessel 1860s-1920s / Flower Vase Steel Bowl Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Iron Vessel 1860s-1920s / Flower Vase Steel Bowl Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Iron Vessel 1860s-1920s / Flower Vase Steel Bowl Wabisabi

By Axel Vervoordt

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is an antique Japanese iron container, believed to have been made in the Meiji to Taishō period (1860s–1920s). It is one of the few surviving iron vessels from that era, now con...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Iron

Large Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Vase
Large Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Vase

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

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Japanese Antique Black Paper-Covered Pottery Vase 1860s-1900s / Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Black Paper-Covered Pottery Vase 1860s-1900s / Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Black Paper-Covered Pottery Vase 1860s-1900s / Wabi Sabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is an old Japanese ceramic jar covered with layers of traditional paper (washi). It was made during the Meiji period (1860s–1900s) and was originally used for storing and transp...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Paper, Pottery

Japanese Meiji Cloisonné Enamel Vase with Cherry Blossoms, Ota Tamashiro
Japanese Meiji Cloisonné Enamel Vase with Cherry Blossoms, Ota Tamashiro

Japanese Meiji Cloisonné Enamel Vase with Cherry Blossoms, Ota Tamashiro

Located in Long Island City, NY, 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

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Japanese Satsuma Ginger Jar Vase, circa Early 20th Century
Japanese Satsuma Ginger Jar Vase, circa Early 20th Century

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

19th Century Large Japan Vase "Cloisonne" With Floral Decoration, Meiji Period
19th Century Large Japan Vase "Cloisonne" With Floral Decoration, Meiji Period

19th Century Large Japan Vase "Cloisonne" With Floral Decoration, Meiji Period

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Large antique Japanese vase. Dating from the late Meiji period, 19th century. Made of copper and brass with 'Cloisonne' polychrome enamel decorations. Cloisonne is a very ancient t...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Brass, Copper

Signed Ando Jubei Green Baluster Cloisonné Vase
Signed Ando Jubei Green Baluster Cloisonné Vase

Signed Ando Jubei Green Baluster Cloisonné Vase

By Ando Jubei

Located in Somis, CA

A beautiful pristine condition Ando Jubei wireless cloisonné vase in baluster form. In his signature green enamel, portraying an intricate arabesque design of a blooming clematis vin...

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20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Red Crane Vase
Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Red Crane Vase

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

Pair Of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases With Ducks And Floral Scenes
Pair Of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases With Ducks And Floral Scenes

Pair Of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases With Ducks And Floral Scenes

Located in Long Island City, NY

This finely matched pair of Japanese cloisonne enamel vases, dating to the Meiji period circa 1880 to 1890, represents high quality Japanese enamel production of the late nineteenth ...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Monumental Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Dueling Dragons
Monumental Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Dueling Dragons

Monumental Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Dueling Dragons

Located in Long Island City, NY

A striking and highly ambitious Japanese cloisonné enamel vase, remarkable for its monumental scale and dramatic dueling dragon composition, standing an impressive 25 inches tall. Se...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Antique Japanese Meiji plique-à-jour enamel vase
Antique Japanese Meiji plique-à-jour enamel vase

Antique Japanese Meiji plique-à-jour enamel vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese glass vase executed in the Shotai Shippo technique, a Japanese type of plique-a-jour enamel. Late Meiji era, before 1912. Stylized floating chrysanthemum blossoms...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Antique Japanese Meiji era cloisonné enamel brass bowl
Antique Japanese Meiji era cloisonné enamel brass bowl

Antique Japanese Meiji era cloisonné enamel brass bowl

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese Meiji era cloisonne enamel brass bowl featuring a bulbous body showcasing detailed floral and foliate motifs, including pink and red blossoms, against a turquoise...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Early Meiji Namikawa School Vase
Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Early Meiji Namikawa School Vase

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

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Era Dragon and Phoenix Bird Goldstone Vase
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Era Dragon and Phoenix Bird Goldstone Vase

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Era Dragon and Phoenix Bird Goldstone Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

A large antique Japanese Meiji era enamel over brass vase. The amphora shaped vase is enameled with polychrome medallions with a Phoenix bird and a dragon surrounded by floral, and f...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Green Vase Flowers and Birds
Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Green Vase Flowers and Birds

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Green Vase Flowers and Birds

Located in Long Island City, NY

A large antique Japanese late Meiji period enamel over brass vase. The vase has an amphora shaped body and a wide neck. The ware is enameled with a polychrome image of birds in bloss...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel, Brass

Antique Japanese Rooster Cloisonné Enamel Planter
Antique Japanese Rooster Cloisonné Enamel Planter

Antique Japanese Rooster Cloisonné Enamel Planter

Located in Long Island City, NY

A Japanese copper planter with cloisonne enamel. The nearly rectangular beige planter with a blue dot pattern below the neck and above the base. Raised on four legs. Adorned with pol...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Copper

Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Turquoise Enamel Japanese Garden Vase Silver Wire
Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Turquoise Enamel Japanese Garden Vase Silver Wire

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

Large Pair of Japanese Cloisonné with Blue Birds signed Gonda Hirosuke
Large Pair of Japanese Cloisonné with Blue Birds signed Gonda Hirosuke

Large Pair of Japanese Cloisonné with Blue Birds signed Gonda Hirosuke

Located in Long Island City, NY

A set of two vases with magnificent flowers and birds decoration, classic form for Japanese works of the Meiji era. The baluster form vases are enameled with polychrome images of blossoming flowers and plants made in the Cloisonne technique on a glossy cobalt blue ground. The base is marked with the mark of Gonda Hirosuke...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Japanese Meiji Period Box with Peacock by Fujii Yoshitoyo
Japanese Meiji Period Box with Peacock by Fujii Yoshitoyo

Japanese Meiji Period Box with Peacock by Fujii Yoshitoyo

By Fujii Yoshitoyo

Located in Newark, England

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING Meiji Period (1868-1912) From our Japanese collection, we are pleased to offer this decorative Japanese mixed metals box featuring a standing peacock by F...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Metal, Gold Leaf

Japanese Articulate Praying Mantis Jizai Okimono Myochin Linage Signed
Japanese Articulate Praying Mantis Jizai Okimono Myochin Linage Signed

Japanese Articulate Praying Mantis Jizai Okimono Myochin Linage Signed

Located in Atlanta, GA

A bronze Japanese okimono cast in refined and realistic form of a praying mantis attributed to Myochin lineage circa 19th century of Meiji period. The insect features a segmented bod...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Japanese Articulate Bronze Grasshopper Jizai Okimono Myochin Linage Signed
Japanese Articulate Bronze Grasshopper Jizai Okimono Myochin Linage Signed

Japanese Articulate Bronze Grasshopper Jizai Okimono Myochin Linage Signed

Located in Atlanta, GA

A bronze Japanese okimono cast in refined and realistic form of a grasshopper attributed to Myochin lineage circa 19th century of Meiji period. The insect features a segmented body u...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bronze

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

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

Meiji Period High Relief Porcelain Celadon Vase, circa 1900
Meiji Period High Relief Porcelain Celadon Vase, circa 1900

Meiji Period High Relief Porcelain Celadon Vase, circa 1900

Located in Miami, FL

This captivating Meiji period (1868-1912) porcelain vase features a mesmerizing celadon glaze, with a subtle crackled texture. Exquisite details, meticulously hand-painted in vibrant...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meiji Period Japanese Imari Bowl Attributed to Fukagawa, Circa 1880
Meiji Period Japanese Imari Bowl Attributed to Fukagawa, Circa 1880

Meiji Period Japanese Imari Bowl Attributed to Fukagawa, Circa 1880

By Fukagawa

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Meiji Period Japanese Imari Bowl Attributed to Fukagawa, Circa 1880 Japan, 6.5" H x 12" Diameter An exceptional Meiji-period Imari porcelain bowl attributed to the esteemed Fukagawa...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Pair of Antique Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vases
Pair of Antique Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vases

Pair of Antique Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vases

Located in Long Island City, NY

A pair of antique Japanese cloisonne enamel vases. Each vase is adorned with intricate geometric ornaments and floral motifs against a green ground. Each has curved handles on either...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Lidded Vase Dragons Peonies Butterflies Goto
Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Lidded Vase Dragons Peonies Butterflies Goto

Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Lidded Vase Dragons Peonies Butterflies Goto

Located in Long Island City, NY

A highly impressive and unusually large Japanese cloisonné enamel lidded vase, standing 18 inches tall and constructed in three distinct parts comprising the lid, the central body, a...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Antique Meiji Period Japanese Satsuma Vase Floral Decoration, 19th Century
Antique Meiji Period Japanese Satsuma Vase Floral Decoration, 19th Century

Antique Meiji Period Japanese Satsuma Vase Floral Decoration, 19th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Fabulous Japanese earthenware Satsuma Vase with nice decoration of flowers. Meiji period, 19/20th c Lovely piece. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Japanese Sty...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Pair Antique Japanese Cloisonné  Enamel Vases
Pair Antique Japanese Cloisonné  Enamel Vases

Pair Antique Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vases

Located in Germantown, MD

Pair Antique Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vases Measures 5" in width, 5" in depth and 8" in height.  

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel, Brass

Exquisite Japanese Wireless Cloisonné Dragon Motif Vase, Meiji / Taisho Period
Exquisite Japanese Wireless Cloisonné Dragon Motif Vase, Meiji / Taisho Period

Exquisite Japanese Wireless Cloisonné Dragon Motif Vase, Meiji / Taisho Period

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Japanese Wireless Cloisonné Enamel Vase, likely from the Meiji period (1868–1912) or possibly the early Taisho period (1912–1926). The vase features a dynamic depiction of a Japanese...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Copper

19th century Japanese lacquered wooden box
19th century Japanese lacquered wooden box

19th century Japanese lacquered wooden box

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

A 19th-century Japanese lacquered wooden box, finely decorated according to traditional Japanese craftsmanship. Rectangular in shape, it features a lacquer in deep red and dark brown...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Wood, Lacquer

Antique Japanese Meiji Era Cloisonné Enamel Vase
Antique Japanese Meiji Era Cloisonné Enamel Vase

Antique Japanese Meiji Era Cloisonné Enamel Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

A Japanese Meiji era copper vase with cloisonne enamel. Circa 1900. The nearly round vase is in beige with a red dotted pattern below the neck and above the base. Adorned with polych...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Copper

Large Antique Japanese Wall Dish Crane Eagle Hunt Bronze Flowers Cloisonne
Large Antique Japanese Wall Dish Crane Eagle Hunt Bronze Flowers Cloisonne

Large Antique Japanese Wall Dish Crane Eagle Hunt Bronze Flowers Cloisonne

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely and beautifully made piece with different kind of flowers and birds on a green base. Cloisonné is an enamelling technique in which the pattern is formed by wires soldered to...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Large Antique Japan Meiji Butterflies Cloisonne Enamel Vase
Large Antique Japan Meiji Butterflies Cloisonne Enamel Vase

Large Antique Japan Meiji Butterflies Cloisonne Enamel Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

A large antique Japanese Meiji period enamel vase. The vase has an amphora shaped body and a narrow neck. The vase is enameled with a polychrome image of butterflies made in the Cloi...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Large Antique Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Lotus Vase
Large Antique Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Lotus Vase

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

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Enamel

Large Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Adorned with Iris Blossoms
Large Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Adorned with Iris Blossoms

Large Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Adorned with Iris Blossoms

Located in Long Island City, NY, 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

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Enamel

Highly Elaborate Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Birds Flowers and Panels
Highly Elaborate Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Birds Flowers and Panels

Highly Elaborate Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Birds Flowers and Panels

Located in Long Island City, NY

An exceptionally elaborate Japanese cloisonné enamel vase, standing 10 inches high and distinguished by its extraordinary density of design and technical refinement. The surface is d...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Pair of antique Japanese Meiji cloisonné enamel vases
Pair of antique Japanese Meiji cloisonné enamel vases

Pair of antique Japanese Meiji cloisonné enamel vases

Located in Long Island City, NY

A pair of matching antique Japanese copper vases with polychrome cloisonne enamel design. Late Meiji era, before 1912. Straight bottle shape with accentuated base and side handles. F...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Japanese Contemporary Blue White Porcelain Charger
Japanese Contemporary Blue White Porcelain Charger

Japanese Contemporary Blue White Porcelain Charger

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Unique ontemporary Japanese Ko-Imari (old Imari) style charger in blue and white on a stunning abalone shape porcelain body, by renowned Kiln of the Imari-Arita region of southern Ja...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Soap Box Porcelain MArked base Japan
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Soap Box Porcelain MArked base Japan

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Soap Box Porcelain MArked base Japan

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Description A very nice box. Its marked on the base. Condition Lid Restored. Size: 20cm Period 19th century 20th century Meiji Periode (1867-1912)

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

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