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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
Large Japanese Bronze Cloisonné Vase
Large Japanese Bronze Cloisonné Vase

Large Japanese Bronze Cloisonné Vase

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Large imported Japanese bronze vase with floral cloisonné details. An elegant piece of traditional Japanese decorative art that sits comfortably within both classic and contemporary ...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bronze, Enamel

Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Horse Vases Gold Scrolls Horses Equestrian
Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Horse Vases Gold Scrolls Horses Equestrian

Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Horse Vases Gold Scrolls Horses Equestrian

Located in Long Island City, NY

A finely executed pair of Chinese cloisonné enamel vases, each measuring approximately 15.5 inches in height, decorated with continuous landscape scenes featuring groups of horses in...

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20th Century Chinese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Exquisite Cloisonné Enamel Vase Birds Pine Celadon Ground, Attributed Hayashi
Exquisite Cloisonné Enamel Vase Birds Pine Celadon Ground, Attributed Hayashi

Exquisite Cloisonné Enamel Vase Birds Pine Celadon Ground, Attributed Hayashi

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

An exceptionally refined Japanese cloisonné enamel vase from the Meiji period, executed on a rare and highly sophisticated celadon green ground—an uncommon tone in cloisonné requirin...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Japanese Black Platinum Gold Porcelain Vase by Contemporary Master Artist, 1
Japanese Black Platinum Gold Porcelain Vase by Contemporary Master Artist, 1

Japanese Black Platinum Gold Porcelain Vase by Contemporary Master Artist, 1

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Contemporary Japanese porcelain vase, hand painted showcasing a dramatic dragon set against a dimpled black background, a signed piece from the signature dragon collection by highly ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold, Platinum

Tall Japanese Satsuma Style Glazed Porcelain Vase
Tall Japanese Satsuma Style Glazed Porcelain Vase

Tall Japanese Satsuma Style Glazed Porcelain Vase

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Ca. late 19th c. or later. With classic Aesthetic Movement motifs in different fragmented patterns in colors with gilt details, decorating the neck, shoulder, and base. With two figu...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Japanese Meiji Ginbari Cloisonne Enamel Vase
Antique Japanese Meiji Ginbari Cloisonne Enamel Vase

Antique Japanese Meiji Ginbari Cloisonne Enamel Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese, late Meiji era, Ginbari enamel over copper vase. The urn shaped vase is enameled with a polychrome image of blossoming flowers on the light blue ground made in t...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Copper, 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

Antique Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Translucent Vase
Antique Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Translucent Vase

Antique Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Translucent Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese Meiji period cloisonne enamel vase. Baluster shaped vase richly adorned with multicolor floral motifs within swirl and scale like patterns. Decorated with a few m...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Japanese Wooden Netsuke Cicada 1900 Meiji Sekisen
Japanese Wooden Netsuke Cicada 1900 Meiji Sekisen

Japanese Wooden Netsuke Cicada 1900 Meiji Sekisen

Located in Paris, FR

This is an antique wooden netsuke made in Japan around Meiji period 1900s. The signature is written on the back side 'Sekisen'. Netsuke is a miniature sculpture, originating in 17th...

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Early 1900s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Wood

Japanese Antique Wabi-Sabi Distorted Shape Pottery Vase 1860s-1920s / Tsubo
Japanese Antique Wabi-Sabi Distorted Shape Pottery Vase 1860s-1920s / Tsubo

Japanese Antique Wabi-Sabi Distorted Shape Pottery Vase 1860s-1920s / Tsubo

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

A beautifully aged Japanese storage jar. It embodies the quiet strength of traditional, practical pottery. Its form is distorted. Distorted jars are not usually found on the market,...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Pottery

A Large Pair of Japanese Cloisonne Pink-Ground Vases Featuring Sunset and Cranes
A Large Pair of Japanese Cloisonne Pink-Ground Vases Featuring Sunset and Cranes

A Large Pair of Japanese Cloisonne Pink-Ground Vases Featuring Sunset and Cranes

Located in Long Island City, NY

Presenting a truly captivating and highly collectible pair of Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Pink-Ground Vases, attributed to the renowned artist Hayashi Kodenji. These excep...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Important Set of Three Meiji Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vases Signed by Ota
Important Set of Three Meiji Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vases Signed by Ota

Important Set of Three Meiji Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vases Signed by Ota

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

An exceptional and highly important set of three Japanese cloisonné enamel vases from the Meiji period (1868–1912), each signed by members of the distinguished Ota family workshop—re...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Copper, Enamel

Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Quail, Insects, Fruit, and Flowers
Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Quail, Insects, Fruit, and Flowers

Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Quail, Insects, Fruit, and Flowers

Located in Long Island City, NY

This finely worked Japanese cloisonné enamel vase stands approximately 12 inches high and is executed on a rich turquoise blue ground that provides a vivid backdrop for the exception...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Birds Butterflies and Insects
Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Birds Butterflies and Insects

Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Birds Butterflies and Insects

Located in Long Island City, NY

This exceptionally detailed Japanese cloisonné enamel vase dates to the Meiji period, circa 1880 to 1890, and stands approximately 10 inches high. The surface is organized around vib...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Japanese Marquetry and Lacquer Jewelry Chest, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan
Japanese Marquetry and Lacquer Jewelry Chest, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan

Japanese Marquetry and Lacquer Jewelry Chest, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

A very attractive Japanese wood table top jewelry or collector's chest with marquetry and lacquer decoration, Meiji period, circa 1900, Japan. Previously in the collection of Asbjorn Lunde (1927 - 2017). The chest is crafted in the form of a Chinese seal...

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Early 1900s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Wood, Softwood, Lacquer

Pair of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Turquoise Enamel Silver Birds In Bamboo Vases
Pair of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Turquoise Enamel Silver Birds In Bamboo Vases

Pair of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Turquoise Enamel Silver Birds In Bamboo Vases

Located in Long Island City, NY

A pair of identical antique Japanese, late Meiji era, Silver wire enamel vases. Each vase has an urn shaped body and a wide fluted neck. Each vase is enameled with polychrome images ...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Wisteria Ice Blue Ground 7 in Antique Meiji Era
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Wisteria Ice Blue Ground 7 in Antique Meiji Era

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Wisteria Ice Blue Ground 7 in Antique Meiji Era

Located in Long Island City, NY

A beautiful antique Japanese cloisonné enamel vase measuring 7 inches tall. The vase features cascading wisteria blossoms in shades of purple and lavender with delicate green leaves,...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Fine Pair of Meiji Cloisonné Enamel Vases, Attributed to The Ando Jubei Company
Fine Pair of Meiji Cloisonné Enamel Vases, Attributed to The Ando Jubei Company

Fine Pair of Meiji Cloisonné Enamel Vases, Attributed to The Ando Jubei Company

By Ando Jubei

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

An exceptional and highly decorative pair of Japanese cloisonné enamel vases from the Meiji period, attributed to the Ando Jubei Company—among the most important and technically acco...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Copper, Enamel

Meiji Period Cloisonne Bulbous Cabinet Vase
Meiji Period Cloisonne Bulbous Cabinet Vase

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

Japanese Porcelain Vase in Red and Blue by Contemporary Master Artist
Japanese Porcelain Vase in Red and Blue by Contemporary Master Artist

Japanese Porcelain Vase in Red and Blue by Contemporary Master Artist

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Stunning contemporary decorative porcelain vase showcasing a blue and turquoise Phoenix gracefully extending its wings all around the body of the vase on a red background with a deta...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Gold

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

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

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Earthenware

Pair of Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vases with Dragon and Phoenix, Attributed Ando
Pair of Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vases with Dragon and Phoenix, Attributed Ando

Pair of Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vases with Dragon and Phoenix, Attributed Ando

By Ando Jubei

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

A richly ornamented and technically accomplished pair of Japanese cloisonné enamel vases from the Meiji period (1868–1912), attributed to the esteemed Ando workshop—among the most in...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Copper, Enamel

Japanese Cloisonne Vase with Cranes, Ducks and Blossoms, Meiji Era
Japanese Cloisonne Vase with Cranes, Ducks and Blossoms, Meiji Era

Japanese Cloisonne Vase with Cranes, Ducks and Blossoms, Meiji Era

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese cloisonne enameled vase with a slender, curved body and a flared neck. The vase is decorated with medallions depicting nature scenes, including birds perched amon...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Wisteria Attributed To OTA Silver
Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Wisteria Attributed To OTA Silver

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Wisteria Attributed To OTA Silver

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese Hayashi school brass and enamel vase, Meiji period, 1868 to 1912. The baluster body is finely worked in silver wire and adorned with a polychrome design represent...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

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

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Metal, Enamel

Japanese Handwoven Bamboo Ikebana Basket — Early 20th Century
Japanese Handwoven Bamboo Ikebana Basket — Early 20th Century

Japanese Handwoven Bamboo Ikebana Basket — Early 20th Century

Located in Fukuoka, JP

Dimensions: 20 × 30 × 44 cm Origin: Japan A beautifully handwoven Japanese bamboo basket from the early 20th century, traditionally used for ikebana flower arrangements. Meticulousl...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bamboo

Signed Ando Jubei Green Wireless Cloisonné Vase Large 10"
Signed Ando Jubei Green Wireless Cloisonné Vase Large 10"

Signed Ando Jubei Green Wireless Cloisonné Vase Large 10"

By Ando Jubei

Located in Somis, CA

A large masterpiece of Ando Jubei wireless cloisonné vase at an exceptional 10" height. In his signature green enamel, portraying an intricate arabesque design of a blooming clematis...

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20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Metal, Enamel

Japanese Laquered Box with Hinged Lid hand painted, 19th Century Meiji Period
Japanese Laquered Box with Hinged Lid hand painted, 19th Century Meiji Period

Japanese Laquered Box with Hinged Lid hand painted, 19th Century Meiji Period

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a good papier mâché, rectangular shaped black lacquered lidded box, hand enamelled and gilded, made in Japan during the 19th century, early Meiji period. This rectangular shaped papier mâché box has a well fitting hinged lid, with the box base and lid slightly domed. The box was probably originally made as a pocket box but could easily sit on a desk or dressing table as required. This is a very decorative box with finely hand painted scenes of three people, one holding a parasol, in a garden setting, with a pagoda type building, large gate...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Paper

Japanese Antique Wooden Candle Stick / Folk Art Object / 1868-1912s / WabiSabi
Japanese Antique Wooden Candle Stick / Folk Art Object / 1868-1912s / WabiSabi

Japanese Antique Wooden Candle Stick / Folk Art Object / 1868-1912s / WabiSabi

Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture

This is an old Japanese Wooden candlestick. It seems to be around the Meiji period. The expression of the pile of soot is powerful, and the traces of wax dripping remain intact. It...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Iron

Large Signed Ando Jubei Japanese Cloisonné Vase Orchids 10"
Large Signed Ando Jubei Japanese Cloisonné Vase Orchids 10"

Large Signed Ando Jubei Japanese Cloisonné Vase Orchids 10"

By Ando Jubei

Located in Somis, CA

A large, rare masterpiece of Ando Jubei's wireless cloisonné artistry in excellent condition, depicting two orchids in full bloom, capturing their delicate beauty and verdant vitalit...

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20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Metal, Enamel

Large Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Attributed to Kyoto Shibata
Large Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Attributed to Kyoto Shibata

Large Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Attributed to Kyoto Shibata

Located in Long Island City, NY

A large antique Japanese Meiji period vase attributed to Kyoto Shibata. Features vivid depictions of birds and floral motifs, showcasing the meticulous application of cloisonne ename...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel, Brass

Japanese Meiji Susutake Ikebana Basket
Japanese Meiji Susutake Ikebana Basket

Japanese Meiji Susutake Ikebana Basket

Located in Chicago, IL

This graceful bamboo basket is an early 20th century flower basket (hanakago) designed especially for ikebana, the Japanese art of floral arrangement. Masterfully woven from thin str...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bamboo

Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonné Enamel Metal Brush Pot
Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonné Enamel Metal Brush Pot

Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonné Enamel Metal Brush Pot

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese Meiji cloisonne enamel metal brush pot. Circa: late 19th century to early 20th century. The cylindrical form pot is adorned with polychrome images representing fl...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Copper

Antique Large Japanese Wire Cloisonné Enamel Vase
Antique Large Japanese Wire Cloisonné Enamel Vase

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 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

An antique Japanese Meiji era baluster shaped vase is decorated with a dark background and intricate floral designs in various colors, including red, blue, and green in cloisonne ena...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

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

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Enamel

Antique Meji Period Imari Japanese Porcelain Vases Arita, 19th Century
Antique Meji Period Imari Japanese Porcelain Vases Arita, 19th Century

Antique Meji Period Imari Japanese Porcelain Vases Arita, 19th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Sharing with you this lovely Japanese Imari bowl from the Meiji period. The intricate floral designs on the exterior, including the graceful chrysanthemums, symbolize longevity, resi...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Japanese Articulate Praying Mantis Jizai Okimono Myochin Hiroyoshi Meiji
Japanese Articulate Praying Mantis Jizai Okimono Myochin Hiroyoshi Meiji

Japanese Articulate Praying Mantis Jizai Okimono Myochin Hiroyoshi Meiji

By Myochin Hiroyoshi

Located in Atlanta, GA

A rare articulate praying mantis made by Myochin Hiroyoshi in the late Meiji Period circa 1890-1900s. As an ornamental display item, this type of item is known in Japanese as Jizai O...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Copper

Pair Of Antique Stem Vases, Japanese, Bronze, Meiji Era, Baluster Urn, Victorian
Pair Of Antique Stem Vases, Japanese, Bronze, Meiji Era, Baluster Urn, Victorian

Pair Of Antique Stem Vases, Japanese, Bronze, Meiji Era, Baluster Urn, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a pair of antique decorative stem vases. A Japanese, bronze Meiji era baluster urn, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880. Traditional baluster form with superb re...

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1880s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bronze

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

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Pottery

Large Antique Meiji period Japanese Satsuma Bowl Figures with mark Japan 19c
Large Antique Meiji period Japanese Satsuma Bowl Figures with mark Japan 19c

Large Antique Meiji period Japanese Satsuma Bowl Figures with mark Japan 19c

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Country of origin: Japan Age: Meiji Period 19th century Size: 39.5 cm / 40 cm Diameter Condition Period 19th century PRoC (1949 - now)

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Large Japanese Articulate Bronze Praying Mantis Jizai Yasunosuke Ryubundo VI
Large Japanese Articulate Bronze Praying Mantis Jizai Yasunosuke Ryubundo VI

Large Japanese Articulate Bronze Praying Mantis Jizai Yasunosuke Ryubundo VI

Located in Atlanta, GA

A bronze Japanese okimono cast in refined and realistic form of a praying mantis attributed to by Ryubundo Yasunosuke VI (1840-1921), a sixth generation of the Yasunosuke family acti...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bronze

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

High Quality Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Blossoming Iris Flowers
High Quality Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Blossoming Iris Flowers

High Quality Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Blossoming Iris Flowers

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese, late Meiji period, enamel over gilt copper vase. with silver wire The unusual shaped vase has a long fluted neck. The ware is enameled with a polychrome image o...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Copper, Enamel

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

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

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 bottle shaped vase, raised on a base, has a narrow neck that widens toward the top. Adorned with intricate flo...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Copper

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

19th Century Japanese Burl Wood Dai
19th Century Japanese Burl Wood Dai

19th Century Japanese Burl Wood Dai

Located in Chicago, IL

This remarkable 19th-century Japanese dai begins as a single, monumental slice of burl—nearly two inches thick—cut from a tree whose grain had spent decades twisting into wild, unpre...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Burl

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

An Exquisite & Large Pair of Late Meiji Japanese Ginbari Cloisonne Enamel Vases
An Exquisite & Large Pair of Late Meiji Japanese Ginbari Cloisonne Enamel Vases

An Exquisite & Large Pair of Late Meiji Japanese Ginbari Cloisonne Enamel Vases

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

An Exquisite and Large Pair of Late Meiji Japanese Ginbari Cloisonné Enamel Vases with Peonies and Butterflies This stunning pair of vases, crafted during the late Meiji period (186...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Flying Cranes Hayashi School
Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Flying Cranes Hayashi School

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

Rare Japanese Articulate Silver Lobster Jizai Okimono Myochin Hiroyoshi Meiji
Rare Japanese Articulate Silver Lobster Jizai Okimono Myochin Hiroyoshi Meiji

Rare Japanese Articulate Silver Lobster Jizai Okimono Myochin Hiroyoshi Meiji

By Myochin Hiroyoshi

Located in Atlanta, GA

On offer is a rare articulate spiny lobster (Ise-Ebi) in pure silver made by Myochin Hiroyoshi in the late Meiji Period circa 1890-1900s. As an ornamental display item, this type of ...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver

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...

Category

Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Antique Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Translucent Vase Floral Clouds
Antique Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Translucent Vase Floral Clouds

Antique Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Translucent Vase Floral Clouds

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese Meiji period cloisonne enamel vase. Baluster shaped vase decorated with a band of orange with swirling and floral elements at the top, followed by a broader band ...

Category

Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Japanese Antique Natural Wood Large Candle Stick 1860s-1900s / Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Natural Wood Large Candle Stick 1860s-1900s / Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Natural Wood Large Candle Stick 1860s-1900s / Wabi Sabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is an old Japanese natural wood Shokudai (candlestick). It was made in the late Edo period (1860s-1900s), and the material used is probably coniferous cedar wood. The texture o...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Large Crane Statues
Large Crane Statues

Large Crane Statues

$7,077 / item

Large Crane Statues

Located in Westwood, NJ

A set of two large variously patinated brass cranes, standing on walking turtles. Inspired by 19th century Japanese Meiji period originals. Dimensions: 13" W x 19" D x 58" H.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

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 ...

Category

Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

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.