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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
Pair of Japanese Cloisonne Goldstone Enamel Double Gourd Dragon Vases
Pair of Japanese Cloisonne Goldstone Enamel Double Gourd Dragon Vases

Pair of Japanese Cloisonne Goldstone Enamel Double Gourd Dragon Vases

$6,000Sale Price / set|50% Off

Pair of Japanese Cloisonne Goldstone Enamel Double Gourd Dragon Vases

Located in Long Island City, NY

A pair of rare large Japanese, late Meiji era, double gourd enamel vases. Each ware is enameled with polychrome bands and panels with dragon, flora...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Pair of Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Birds of Paradise Shibata
Pair of Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Birds of Paradise Shibata

Pair of Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Birds of Paradise Shibata

$900Sale Price / set|50% Off

Pair of Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Birds of Paradise Shibata

Located in Long Island City, NY

A pair of symmetrical antique Japanese, late Meiji period, enamel over brass vases. Each vase has a globular shaped body and a narrow fluted neck. Each ware is enameled with polychro...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel, Brass

Japanese Cloisonné Vases Butterflies & Flowers, 19th Century Meiji Period, Pair
Japanese Cloisonné Vases Butterflies & Flowers, 19th Century Meiji Period, Pair

Japanese Cloisonné Vases Butterflies & Flowers, 19th Century Meiji Period, Pair

$404Sale Price / set|41% Off

Japanese Cloisonné Vases Butterflies & Flowers, 19th Century Meiji Period, Pair

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

These are a very decorative pair of cloisonné vases, made in Japan and dating to the 19th Meiji Period, circa 1875. The vases have a good baluster shape with a circular form. They...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Antique Pair of Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Floral Vases
Antique Pair of Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Floral Vases

Antique Pair of Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Floral Vases

$2,500Sale Price / set|50% Off

Antique Pair of Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Floral Vases

Located in Long Island City, NY

A pair of antique Japanese Early Meiji period cloisonne enamel vases attributed to Namikawa Yasuyuki. Each vase is adorned with intricate floral designs, showcasing the meticulous ar...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Antique Ko-Kutani 17th c Edo Period Japanese Dish Japan ca 1640-1660
Antique Ko-Kutani 17th c Edo Period Japanese Dish Japan ca 1640-1660

Antique Ko-Kutani 17th c Edo Period Japanese Dish Japan ca 1640-1660

$4,122

Antique Ko-Kutani 17th c Edo Period Japanese Dish Japan ca 1640-1660

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nice shaped polychrome dish. Unusual shape and painting. With overglaze blue. Absolute top quality. Marked at base. Early Edo period. Condition Perfect. Size 14.9x2.3CM Diam...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

A Pair of Barrel Shaped Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Butterfly Vases
A Pair of Barrel Shaped Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Butterfly Vases

A Pair of Barrel Shaped Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Butterfly Vases

$1,750Sale Price / set|30% Off

A Pair of Barrel Shaped Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Butterfly Vases

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese cloisonne enamel vase from the Meiji period featuring an elegant form with high shoulders and light beige ground color. Decorated with multicolor floral and foliate motifs with butterfly images to the body. A rim and base are finished in gilt brass. Circa the early 20th century. Antique Japanese Vases...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel, Brass

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Double Dragon French Mounted Gilt Bronze Centerpiece
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Double Dragon French Mounted Gilt Bronze Centerpiece

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Double Dragon French Mounted Gilt Bronze Centerpiece

$1,400Sale Price|50% Off

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Double Dragon French Mounted Gilt Bronze Centerpiece

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese gilt bronze centerpiece urn or jardiniere with enameled body. Late Meiji period, before 1912. The foot is decorated with sculptural sea creatures. The item has fi...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel, Bronze

19th Century Japanese Meiji Carved Stone Bud Vase, Hand-Crafted, 1880
19th Century Japanese Meiji Carved Stone Bud Vase, Hand-Crafted, 1880

19th Century Japanese Meiji Carved Stone Bud Vase, Hand-Crafted, 1880

$1,950

19th Century Japanese Meiji Carved Stone Bud Vase, Hand-Crafted, 1880

Located in Stamford, CT

19th century Japanese Meiji period carved stone Meiping style urn or bud vase. The lovely pale yellow stone varying in shades from mustard to umber with some black striations is just...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Stone

Satsuma Vase with Figures
Satsuma Vase with Figures

Satsuma Vase with Figures

$1,885

Satsuma Vase with Figures

Located in New Orleans, LA

This Japanese Satsuma vase is intricately decorated with geometric patterns and lively scenes of leisure activities including calligraphy and a friendly game of Go. The vase presents...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

A Japanese Meiji Era Cloisonne Enamel Dragons and Ho Ho Bird Lobed Lidded Jar
A Japanese Meiji Era Cloisonne Enamel Dragons and Ho Ho Bird Lobed Lidded Jar

A Japanese Meiji Era Cloisonne Enamel Dragons and Ho Ho Bird Lobed Lidded Jar

$4,000

A Japanese Meiji Era Cloisonne Enamel Dragons and Ho Ho Bird Lobed Lidded Jar

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese copper lidded jar with cloisonne enamel design. Late Meiji period, before 1912. Elongated lobulated shape with pronounced base. The piece is richly decorated with...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel, Copper

Antique Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Vase in the Style of Namikawa
Antique Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Vase in the Style of Namikawa

Antique Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Vase in the Style of Namikawa

$750Sale Price|50% Off

Antique Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Vase in the Style of Namikawa

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese early Meiji period cloisonne vase, attributed to the master artisan Namikawa Yasuyuki. Adorned with intricate foliate and floral patterns, complemented by delicat...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Antique Ikebana Basket , Bamboo, Early 20th Century, Japanese
Antique Ikebana Basket , Bamboo, Early 20th Century, Japanese

Antique Ikebana Basket , Bamboo, Early 20th Century, Japanese

$850

Antique Ikebana Basket , Bamboo, Early 20th Century, Japanese

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Ikebana basket for the art of flower arrangement. This ikebana basket features a weave pattern which creates a hexagon shape and a twisted handle. It has a rounded body with handle a...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bamboo

Exceptional Antique 19th c Japanese Porcelain Vase with Birds and Flowers. Red
Exceptional Antique 19th c Japanese Porcelain Vase with Birds and Flowers. Red

Exceptional Antique 19th c Japanese Porcelain Vase with Birds and Flowers. Red

$2,099

Exceptional Antique 19th c Japanese Porcelain Vase with Birds and Flowers. Red

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Sharing with you this lovely and well made Vase. The shape and color are truly beautiful. Country of origin: Japan Period: 19th century Condition Condition. 1 Large hairline. Size: ...

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19th Century Asian Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Cloisonné Brush Washer Bowl, Japanese Dragon Motif, Meiji Period circa 1880
Cloisonné Brush Washer Bowl, Japanese Dragon Motif, Meiji Period circa 1880

Cloisonné Brush Washer Bowl, Japanese Dragon Motif, Meiji Period circa 1880

$277Sale Price|61% Off

Cloisonné Brush Washer Bowl, Japanese Dragon Motif, Meiji Period circa 1880

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is an unusual cloisonné Brush Washer bowl, made in Japan and dating to the 19th Meiji Period, circa 1890. The circular bowl sits on a low foot The main decoration has styl...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

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

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

$1,540

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

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

Japanese Contemporary Blue Gold White Porcelain Charger

$400

Japanese Contemporary Blue Gold White Porcelain Charger

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Unique contemporary Japanese Ko-Imari (old Imari) style charger stunningly gilded and hand painted on an exquisite clam shape porcelain, crafted and signed by renowned Kiln of the Im...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Gold

Tall Japanese Sooted Bamboo Ikebana Floor Basket Mingei Meiji Taisho Period
Tall Japanese Sooted Bamboo Ikebana Floor Basket Mingei Meiji Taisho Period

Tall Japanese Sooted Bamboo Ikebana Floor Basket Mingei Meiji Taisho Period

$5,800

Tall Japanese Sooted Bamboo Ikebana Floor Basket Mingei Meiji Taisho Period

Located in Atlanta, GA

A very tall and elegant Japanese Ikebana flower arrangement basket handwoven with sooted bamboo and rattan circa 1900-20s (Meiji to Taisho period). Although not signed, the basket by...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bamboo, Rattan

Meiji Fukagawa Imari Porcelain Hexagonal Vase with Factory Silver Collar
Meiji Fukagawa Imari Porcelain Hexagonal Vase with Factory Silver Collar

Meiji Fukagawa Imari Porcelain Hexagonal Vase with Factory Silver Collar

$1,500

Meiji Fukagawa Imari Porcelain Hexagonal Vase with Factory Silver Collar

By Fukagawa

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Fukagawa Hexagonal Imari Porcelain Vase with Factory Silver Collar, Meiji Period, circa 1900 An exceptional Meiji-period Japanese porcelain vase attributed to the Fukagawa studio, f...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Sterling Silver

Old Wooden Netsuke Sculpture Japanese Fisherman Meiji Period, 19/20th Century
Old Wooden Netsuke Sculpture Japanese Fisherman Meiji Period, 19/20th Century

Old Wooden Netsuke Sculpture Japanese Fisherman Meiji Period, 19/20th Century

$659

Old Wooden Netsuke Sculpture Japanese Fisherman Meiji Period, 19/20th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely and very detailed piece. Unsigned. Japan 19th or 20th century. Visible is a fisherman with 2 fishes in his hand. Weight: 19 grams Provenance: Collected in the 1980’s. From...

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20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Wood

Japanese Contemporary Blue Three-Piece Porcelain Lidded Vase by Master Artist
Japanese Contemporary Blue Three-Piece Porcelain Lidded Vase by Master Artist

Japanese Contemporary Blue Three-Piece Porcelain Lidded Vase by Master Artist

$4,950

Japanese Contemporary Blue Three-Piece Porcelain Lidded Vase by Master Artist

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Graceful Japanese contemporary very large three-piece decorative porcelain lidded vase, extremely intricately hand painted in underglaze cobalt blue on an auspicious double-gourd bod...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Japanese White Glazed Hirado Ware Puppy, Edo/Meiji Period, Mid 19th Century
Japanese White Glazed Hirado Ware Puppy, Edo/Meiji Period, Mid 19th Century

Japanese White Glazed Hirado Ware Puppy, Edo/Meiji Period, Mid 19th Century

$2,500

Japanese White Glazed Hirado Ware Puppy, Edo/Meiji Period, Mid 19th Century

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

A wonderfully modeled Japanese Hirado Mikawachi ware porcelain figure of a dog, dating to the early to mid-19th century, during the late Edo to early Meiji period. This bright white,...

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Mid-19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Animal on Turtle Figure Meiji Period 19/20th Century
Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Animal on Turtle Figure Meiji Period 19/20th Century

Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Animal on Turtle Figure Meiji Period 19/20th Century

$966

Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Animal on Turtle Figure Meiji Period 19/20th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely and very detailed piece. Unsigned. Japan 19th or 20th century. Weight: 8 grams Provenance: Collected in the 1980’s. From the collection of Clemens Merkelbach van Enkhuizen...

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20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Wood

Antique Japanese Meiji Kutani Plate Tree and Flowers in Red, 19th C
Antique Japanese Meiji Kutani Plate Tree and Flowers in Red, 19th C

Antique Japanese Meiji Kutani Plate Tree and Flowers in Red, 19th C

$310

Antique Japanese Meiji Kutani Plate Tree and Flowers in Red, 19th C

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

This magnificent Japanese plate from the Meiji period (19th century) measures approximately 18 cm. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Japanese Style: Kutani Regio...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Animal Heads Figure Meiji Period, 19/20th Century
Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Animal Heads Figure Meiji Period, 19/20th Century

Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Animal Heads Figure Meiji Period, 19/20th Century

$966

Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Animal Heads Figure Meiji Period, 19/20th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely and very detailed piece. Unsigned. Japan 19th or 20th century. Weight: 11 grams Provenance: Collected in the 1980’s. From the collection of Clemens Merkelbach van Enkhuize...

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20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Wood

Antique Japanese Karamono Style Hinged Hitsu for Kimono Storage
Antique Japanese Karamono Style Hinged Hitsu for Kimono Storage

Antique Japanese Karamono Style Hinged Hitsu for Kimono Storage

$1,950

Antique Japanese Karamono Style Hinged Hitsu for Kimono Storage

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Large Japanese hinged hitsu (kimono storage coffer) woven of bamboo in the Chinese style with broad expanses of two layers of woven mats as the siding and the convex lid trimmed in t...

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Early 1900s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bamboo

Japanese Contemporary Gold Purple Orangs Porcelain Bear Sculpture, 7
Japanese Contemporary Gold Purple Orangs Porcelain Bear Sculpture, 7

Japanese Contemporary Gold Purple Orangs Porcelain Bear Sculpture, 7

$950

Japanese Contemporary Gold Purple Orangs Porcelain Bear Sculpture, 7

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Extraordinary Japanese contemporary porcelain bear sculpture, hand-painted in green, blue, orange purple in a dramatic pattern set against a gold background, by Japanese artist from the historic Imari-Arita region of Japan. This stunning bear is from the limited edition series of four bear...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Gold

Pair of Antique Meiji Period Japanese Hichozan Vases Turqoise, 19th Century
Pair of Antique Meiji Period Japanese Hichozan Vases Turqoise, 19th Century

Pair of Antique Meiji Period Japanese Hichozan Vases Turqoise, 19th Century

$1,091 / set

Pair of Antique Meiji Period Japanese Hichozan Vases Turqoise, 19th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Antique Pair of Meiji period Japanese Hichozan Vases 19th century Turqoise. Quality painting work Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Japanese Style: Kutani Regio...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Japanese Totai Shippo Porcelain Covered Box
Japanese Totai Shippo Porcelain Covered Box

Japanese Totai Shippo Porcelain Covered Box

$895

Japanese Totai Shippo Porcelain Covered Box

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine Japanese porcelain box. Decorated to the exterior with a dark turquoise enamel ground with floral decorations. The figural finial as wel...

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20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Japanese Contemporary Blue Brown Hand-Glazed porcelain Vase by Master , 2
Japanese Contemporary Blue Brown Hand-Glazed porcelain Vase by Master , 2

Japanese Contemporary Blue Brown Hand-Glazed porcelain Vase by Master , 2

$13,500Sale Price|40% Off

Japanese Contemporary Blue Brown Hand-Glazed porcelain Vase by Master , 2

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Extraordinary Japanese contemporary museum-quality exhibition piece hand-glazed decorative porcelain vase/centerpiece in blue and brown, an award-winning masterpiece by a master arti...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Platinum

Ikebana Basket, Bamboo, Early 20th Century, Japanese
Ikebana Basket, Bamboo, Early 20th Century, Japanese

Ikebana Basket, Bamboo, Early 20th Century, Japanese

$850

Ikebana Basket, Bamboo, Early 20th Century, Japanese

Located in Point Richmond, CA

This ikebana basket features two weave patterns with a twisted handle in a square shape. It has a deep brown color with a slight contrast to highlight the weaving. It is constructed ...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bamboo

Japanese Antique Brass Vase / Lotus Sculpture / Around 19th Century
Japanese Antique Brass Vase / Lotus Sculpture / Around 19th Century

Japanese Antique Brass Vase / Lotus Sculpture / Around 19th Century

$600

Japanese Antique Brass Vase / Lotus Sculpture / Around 19th Century

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Japan Meiji era-Taisho era (around 1868-1910) Made of brass and decorated with lotus flowers. it's very beautiful. The shape of this vase also spreads from bottom to top like a fl...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Brass

Antique Bronze / Copper Cloisonné Koro with Foo Lion shape Japan 19th C
Antique Bronze / Copper Cloisonné Koro with Foo Lion shape Japan 19th C

Antique Bronze / Copper Cloisonné Koro with Foo Lion shape Japan 19th C

$1,762

Antique Bronze / Copper Cloisonné Koro with Foo Lion shape Japan 19th C

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Nice Quality with superb decoration. Condition Some usual age signs like ware and the foo lion is loose. Size 27x18CM HeightxDiameter Period 19th century 20th century

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17th Century Chinese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Japanese Meiji Period Early 20th Century Sake Bottle with Brown Patina
Japanese Meiji Period Early 20th Century Sake Bottle with Brown Patina

Japanese Meiji Period Early 20th Century Sake Bottle with Brown Patina

$650

Japanese Meiji Period Early 20th Century Sake Bottle with Brown Patina

Located in Yonkers, NY

An antique Japanese Meiji period monochrome sake bottle from the early 20th century with concentric lines. Created in Japan during the Meiji period, this antique sake bottle captivat...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Set of 2 Antique Meiji Kutani Model of a Recumbent Sleeping Cat, 19th Century
Set of 2 Antique Meiji Kutani Model of a Recumbent Sleeping Cat, 19th Century

Set of 2 Antique Meiji Kutani Model of a Recumbent Sleeping Cat, 19th Century

$3,757 / set

Set of 2 Antique Meiji Kutani Model of a Recumbent Sleeping Cat, 19th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Sharing with you this amazing set of two antique Japanese Kutani models of recumbent sleeping cats, 19th Century. The details and facial expression are amazing. Both on a stand which...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

19th Century Japanese Flower Arranging Ikebana Basket with Handle
19th Century Japanese Flower Arranging Ikebana Basket with Handle

19th Century Japanese Flower Arranging Ikebana Basket with Handle

$4,796Sale Price|20% Off

19th Century Japanese Flower Arranging Ikebana Basket with Handle

Located in Germantown, MD

A Meiji Japanese Flower Arranging Ikebana Basket. Hancrafted and handwoven in bamboo, split reed and bamboo skins. Bamboo construction with twisted rope design Great antique conditio...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Reed, Wood

Japanese Contemporary Blue Red Pink Gold Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 2
Japanese Contemporary Blue Red Pink Gold Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 2

Japanese Contemporary Blue Red Pink Gold Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 2

$2,200Sale Price|42% Off

Japanese Contemporary Blue Red Pink Gold Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 2

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Unique contemporary Japanese decorative Porcelain vase, intricately gilded and hand painted in hues of red, blue and gold on a striking globular body, a signed work by highly acclaim...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Gold

Rare Set of 4 Meiji Period Imari Bottle Form Vases
Rare Set of 4 Meiji Period Imari Bottle Form Vases

Rare Set of 4 Meiji Period Imari Bottle Form Vases

$2,500 / set

Rare Set of 4 Meiji Period Imari Bottle Form Vases

Located in Lambertville, NJ

A rare set of four hand painted Japanese porcelain Imari bottle form vases. The vases of square tapering form with classic Imari iron red and cobalt blue ...

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1880s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

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

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

$3,350

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

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Exquisite Japanese Contemporary decorative porcelain vase, extremely intricately hand painted In vivid green, yellow and blue on a stunning bottle shaped body with an elegant long ne...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Japanese Blue Gold Porcelain Vase by Contemporary Master Artist
Japanese Blue Gold Porcelain Vase by Contemporary Master Artist

Japanese Blue Gold Porcelain Vase by Contemporary Master Artist

$1,000

Japanese Blue Gold Porcelain Vase by Contemporary Master Artist

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Contemporary dimpled platinum-gilded decorative porcelain vase, an exquisite piece crafted, hand painted and signed by a highly acclaimed porcelain artist of Japan’s Imari-Arita regi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Platinum

Pair Japanese Satsuma Plates with Miniature Decoration by Kinkozan
Pair Japanese Satsuma Plates with Miniature Decoration by Kinkozan

Pair Japanese Satsuma Plates with Miniature Decoration by Kinkozan

$4,800 / set

Pair Japanese Satsuma Plates with Miniature Decoration by Kinkozan

By Kinkozan

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of Satsuma ceramic plates made by Kinkozan studio circa 1880-1900s during the late Meiji Period. Each dish features miniature enamel decoration o...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Antique Japanese Singing Bowl Brown Hammered Divots C5
Antique Japanese Singing Bowl Brown Hammered Divots C5

Antique Japanese Singing Bowl Brown Hammered Divots C5

$255Sale Price / set|32% Off

Antique Japanese Singing Bowl Brown Hammered Divots C5

Located in Somis, CA

A beautiful early 20th century Japanese singing bowl of C5 tone, exhibiting rows of hand hammered divots, deliberate yet free, design with restra...

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20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair of Kinkozan Satsuma Vases with Gold Kinrande, 19th Century
Pair of Kinkozan Satsuma Vases with Gold Kinrande, 19th Century

Pair of Kinkozan Satsuma Vases with Gold Kinrande, 19th Century

$4,094Sale Price / set|28% Off

Pair of Kinkozan Satsuma Vases with Gold Kinrande, 19th Century

By Kinkozan

Located in Lisbon, PT

A pair of signed Sbei Kinkozan VII Satsuma polychrome porcelain vases with gold standard (kinrande) from Kyoto, Imperial City, Japan. Kyo Satsuma ceramics contain intricately detail...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

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

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

$1,200

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

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Japanese contemporary decorative porcelain vase hand-painted on an elegant bottle shape body, depicting dramatic chrysanthemum in green, red and purple, a signed piece by highly accl...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Tsuiki-Jippo Cloisonné Vase Atrributed to Ogasawara Shuzo
Japanese Tsuiki-Jippo Cloisonné Vase Atrributed to Ogasawara Shuzo

Japanese Tsuiki-Jippo Cloisonné Vase Atrributed to Ogasawara Shuzo

$4,750Sale Price|20% Off

Japanese Tsuiki-Jippo Cloisonné Vase Atrributed to Ogasawara Shuzo

By Ogasawara Shuzo

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

A Japanese tsuiki-jippo cloisonné vase attributed to Ogasawara Shuzo. This stunning vase dates to the Meiji period, the body finely hammered, incised with sparse weed and decorated w...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Japanese Keyaki Elm Tabako-Bon, c. 1900
Japanese Keyaki Elm Tabako-Bon, c. 1900

Japanese Keyaki Elm Tabako-Bon, c. 1900

$780

Japanese Keyaki Elm Tabako-Bon, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

This box with many drawers is a Japanese tabako-bon, or 'tobacco tray,' used to store tobacco and smoking accessories. Believed to have evolved from the t...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Japanese Satsuma Vase In Ivory Glaze In Meiji Period Style
Japanese Satsuma Vase In Ivory Glaze In Meiji Period Style

Japanese Satsuma Vase In Ivory Glaze In Meiji Period Style

$659

Japanese Satsuma Vase In Ivory Glaze In Meiji Period Style

Located in Lejre, DK

Large Japanese Satsuma vase made in the style of the Meiji period. The vase is decorated with ivory-colored glaze with a characteristic crackle finish and hand-painted figure scenes ...

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Late 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Bronze/Copper Cloisonné Vase of High Quality Round shape Japan 19/20C
Antique Bronze/Copper Cloisonné Vase of High Quality Round shape Japan 19/20C

Antique Bronze/Copper Cloisonné Vase of High Quality Round shape Japan 19/20C

$3,290

Antique Bronze/Copper Cloisonné Vase of High Quality Round shape Japan 19/20C

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Antique Japanese Cloisonné Vase – Meiji Period – “Fukuju Kaku” Mark A beautifully executed antique Japanese cloisonné vase dating to the Meiji period (1868–1912). This rounded balus...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Blue Gold Red Porcelain Charger by Celebrated Kiln
Japanese Blue Gold Red Porcelain Charger by Celebrated Kiln

Japanese Blue Gold Red Porcelain Charger by Celebrated Kiln

$750

Japanese Blue Gold Red Porcelain Charger by Celebrated Kiln

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Exquisite contemporary gilded porcelain deep charger with a unique deep charger shape in blue, red and gold is created in a renowned Kiln of the Imari-Arita region of southern Japan ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold

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.

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