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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
Antique Wood Monkey Netsuke Sculpture Japanese Masakazu Japan, 19/20th Century
Antique Wood Monkey Netsuke Sculpture Japanese Masakazu Japan, 19/20th Century

Antique Wood Monkey Netsuke Sculpture Japanese Masakazu Japan, 19/20th Century

$850

Antique Wood Monkey Netsuke Sculpture Japanese Masakazu Japan, 19/20th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely and very detailed piece. Signed Masakazu A monkey sitting. H. 1.8 cm x L 2.2cm. Japan, 19th century. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: J...

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20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Rare Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Silver Wire White Enamel Vase with Birds and Flowe
Rare Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Silver Wire White Enamel Vase with Birds and Flowe

Rare Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Silver Wire White Enamel Vase with Birds and Flowe

$1,750Sale Price|50% Off

Rare Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Silver Wire White Enamel Vase with Birds and Flowe

Located in Long Island City, NY

A rare small Japanese, late Ming dynasty, silver wire white enamel vase. The vase has an amphora shaped body and a fluted neck. The ware is enameled with a polychrome image of birds ...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel, Silver

Japanese Red Ginbari Cloisonne Trinket Box, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan
Japanese Red Ginbari Cloisonne Trinket Box, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan

Japanese Red Ginbari Cloisonne Trinket Box, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan

$1,100

Japanese Red Ginbari Cloisonne Trinket Box, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

A rich and elegant Japanese export red ginbari cloisonne trinket box, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan. The attractive Japanese cloisonne box features a striking textured red ginbari...

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Early 1900s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Metal, Copper, Enamel, Foil

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

$308

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)

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Very Large Fantastic Japanese Meji Period Patinated Bronze Dragon Vase
Very Large Fantastic Japanese Meji Period Patinated Bronze Dragon Vase

Very Large Fantastic Japanese Meji Period Patinated Bronze Dragon Vase

$12,600

Very Large Fantastic Japanese Meji Period Patinated Bronze Dragon Vase

Located in New York, NY

A Fantastic Japanese Meji Period Patinated Bronze Dragon Vase. This vase is both elegant and awe-inspiring specifically for its Size and shape. The very...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Contemporary Japanese Blue and White Porcelain Vase by Master Artist
Contemporary Japanese Blue and White Porcelain Vase by Master Artist

Contemporary Japanese Blue and White Porcelain Vase by Master Artist

$2,925Sale Price|25% Off

Contemporary Japanese Blue and White Porcelain Vase by Master Artist

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Exceptional Japanese contemporary decorative porcelain vase, intricately hand-painted in cobalt blue underglaze on a stunningly shaped porcelain body, a signed masterpiece by highly ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

19th Century Japanese Lotus Leaf Dish
19th Century Japanese Lotus Leaf Dish

19th Century Japanese Lotus Leaf Dish

$425

19th Century Japanese Lotus Leaf Dish

Located in Chicago, IL

This exquisite petite carved wood dish from the Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912) masterfully depicts a lotus leaf in intricate detail. The top surface of the dish showcases the deli...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Wood

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Round Cloisonne Covered Jar
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Round Cloisonne Covered Jar

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Round Cloisonne Covered Jar

$1,100Sale Price|50% Off

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Round Cloisonne Covered Jar

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese Meiji period round cloisonne covered jar showcasing the exquisite artistry and craftsmanship of the era. This jar is adorned w...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Japanese Contemporary Blue Pure Gold Porcelain Lidded Jar by Master Artist, 2
Japanese Contemporary Blue Pure Gold Porcelain Lidded Jar by Master Artist, 2

Japanese Contemporary Blue Pure Gold Porcelain Lidded Jar by Master Artist, 2

$1,500

Japanese Contemporary Blue Pure Gold Porcelain Lidded Jar by Master Artist, 2

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Japanese contemporary porcelain incense burner/lidded jar, intricately and generously hand-painted with high purity gold on a beautifully shaped body in stunning signature deep blue,...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Gold

Large Pair of 20th Century Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Birds
Large Pair of 20th Century Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Birds

Large Pair of 20th Century Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Birds

$8,000 / set

Large Pair of 20th Century Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Birds

Located in Long Island City, NY

A pair of large antique Japanese, late Meiji era, enamel copper vases. The urn shaped vases are adorned with polychrome images of birds in blossoming flowers against a bright turquoi...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel, Copper

Japanese Blue White Porcelain Charger by Master Artist, 2
Japanese Blue White Porcelain Charger by Master Artist, 2

Japanese Blue White Porcelain Charger by Master Artist, 2

$2,950

Japanese Blue White Porcelain Charger by Master Artist, 2

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Exquisite Japanese contemporary museum-quality porcelain charger, extremely intricately hand-painted masterpiece hand-painted in blue underglaze in various shades of blue on a stunni...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Ginbari Enamel Green Double Handle Vase with Au
Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Ginbari Enamel Green Double Handle Vase with Au

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Ginbari Enamel Green Double Handle Vase with Au

$1,500

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Ginbari Enamel Green Double Handle Vase with Au

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese copper vase with polychrome ginbari cloisonne enamel decor. Late Meiji period, Squat round shape, long neck and decorative side handles. Green body with red and y...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Copper, Enamel

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Sculpture Okimono of Samurai Warrior
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Sculpture Okimono of Samurai Warrior

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Sculpture Okimono of Samurai Warrior

$3,950

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Sculpture Okimono of Samurai Warrior

Located in Shippensburg, PA

PATINATED AND PARCEL-SILVERED AND GILDED BRONZE OKIMONO OF A SAMURAI WARRIOR Japan, Meiji period, probably late 19th century Unmarked 9 1/2" H x 6 3/4" diameter ref. 512DMB06P A J...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Japanese Bronze Articulated Crab Okimono Meiji by Yasunosuke Ryubundo VI
Japanese Bronze Articulated Crab Okimono Meiji by Yasunosuke Ryubundo VI

Japanese Bronze Articulated Crab Okimono Meiji by Yasunosuke Ryubundo VI

$3,800

Japanese Bronze Articulated Crab Okimono Meiji by Yasunosuke Ryubundo VI

Located in Atlanta, GA

Antique Japanese Jizai okimono in the form of crab in cast bronze made by Ryubundo Yasunosuke VI (1840-1921), a sixth generation of the Yasunosuke family active in Meiji and Taisho p...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Meiji Goldstone Enamel Censer Koro with Dragons
Antique Japanese Cloisonne Meiji Goldstone Enamel Censer Koro with Dragons

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Meiji Goldstone Enamel Censer Koro with Dragons

$1,900Sale Price|50% Off

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Meiji Goldstone Enamel Censer Koro with Dragons

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese, late Meiji Era, lidded and footed enamel over brass censer koro or jar. Circa: late 19th century to early 20th century. The sphere form jar is enameled with meda...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel, Brass

Rare High Quality Pair of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Dragons and Hoho
Rare High Quality Pair of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Dragons and Hoho

Rare High Quality Pair of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Dragons and Hoho

$8,000 / set

Rare High Quality Pair of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Dragons and Hoho

Located in Long Island City, NY

A pair of high quality symmetrical Japanese, Meiji era, enamel over brass vases. Each vase has an amphora shaped body and a tall narrow neck. The ware is enameled with polychrome pan...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Brass, Enamel

Japanese Contemporary Red Black Gold Platinum Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 3
Japanese Contemporary Red Black Gold Platinum Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 3

Japanese Contemporary Red Black Gold Platinum Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 3

$750

Japanese Contemporary Red Black Gold Platinum Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 3

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Japanese contemporary decorative porcelain vase, hand painted in vivid red, platinum and gold, set against a beautifully shaped dimpled porcelain body in black, an exquisite signed p...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Gold, Platinum

Huge Japanese Red Lacquerware Gourd Motif Box
Huge Japanese Red Lacquerware Gourd Motif Box

Huge Japanese Red Lacquerware Gourd Motif Box

$2,360Sale Price|20% Off

Huge Japanese Red Lacquerware Gourd Motif Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Huge Japanese red lacquerware gourd motif box, decorated in relief with Japanese gourds suspended from leafy branches and scrolling vines.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Lacquer

Antique Meiji Period Japanese Wall Dish with Quails Bronze Flowers, 19th Century
Antique Meiji Period Japanese Wall Dish with Quails Bronze Flowers, 19th Century

Antique Meiji Period Japanese Wall Dish with Quails Bronze Flowers, 19th Century

$1,597

Antique Meiji Period Japanese Wall Dish with Quails Bronze Flowers, 19th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

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

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair of Large Bronze Japanese Vases, Meiji Period
Pair of Large Bronze Japanese Vases, Meiji Period

Pair of Large Bronze Japanese Vases, Meiji Period

$50,005 / set

Pair of Large Bronze Japanese Vases, Meiji Period

Located in Kastrup, DK

A pair of unusual large Japanese cast bronze vases, Meiji period, 1860-1912. Patinated bronze with bronze highlights, the top lip with a Gre...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bronze

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

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

$3,150Sale Price|25% Off

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

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Exquisite large Japanese contemporary decorative Imari ceramic vase, hand-painted in vivid blue, red, green and yellow on a beautifully shaped ovoid ceramic vase, a striking piece ha...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Monumental 5' Japanese Floor Vase in the Style of Imari
Monumental 5' Japanese Floor Vase in the Style of Imari

Monumental 5' Japanese Floor Vase in the Style of Imari

$12,000

Monumental 5' Japanese Floor Vase in the Style of Imari

Located in Dallas, TX

Stunning, monumental Meiji period (1868-1912) Japanese Imari porcelain floor vase, featuring the classical blue and white background with gilt, orange, red and green overglaze. Delic...

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Late 19th Century Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain, Paint

Japanese Contemporary Imari Blue White Porcelain Vase
Japanese Contemporary Imari Blue White Porcelain Vase

Japanese Contemporary Imari Blue White Porcelain Vase

$4,350

Japanese Contemporary Imari Blue White Porcelain Vase

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Exquisite Japanese contemporary decorative porcelain vase, hand painted in underglaze blue on a beautifully shaped body in pure white, a signed piece by widely acclaimed master porce...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Large Japanese Meiji Period Cloisonné Enamel Vase with a Stand
Large Japanese Meiji Period Cloisonné Enamel Vase with a Stand

Large Japanese Meiji Period Cloisonné Enamel Vase with a Stand

$166,880

Large Japanese Meiji Period Cloisonné Enamel Vase with a Stand

Located in London, GB

Large Japanese Meiji period cloisonné enamel vase with a stand Japanese, Late 19th Century Vase: Height 155cm, diameter 70cm Base: Height 45cm, width 51cm, depth 51cm Total: Height 2...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Metal, Enamel

Antique 19th c. Japanese Shaku Dokei Hanging Stick Pillar Wall Clock
Antique 19th c. Japanese Shaku Dokei Hanging Stick Pillar Wall Clock

Antique 19th c. Japanese Shaku Dokei Hanging Stick Pillar Wall Clock

$4,500

Antique 19th c. Japanese Shaku Dokei Hanging Stick Pillar Wall Clock

Located in Danville, CA

Antique 19th c. Japanese Shaku Dokei Hanging Stick Pillar Wall Clock Here I'm offering a very old Japanese stick clock or Shaku-Dokei. The wood case has a...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Brass

Japanese Antique Paper Covered Basket / 1868-1912s / Wabi-sabi Mingei
Japanese Antique Paper Covered Basket / 1868-1912s / Wabi-sabi Mingei

Japanese Antique Paper Covered Basket / 1868-1912s / Wabi-sabi Mingei

$400

Japanese Antique Paper Covered Basket / 1868-1912s / Wabi-sabi Mingei

Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture

This is a basket with old Japanese paper pasted it. Japanese paper colored with Bengala is pasted on a bamboo basket. It is thought to be from the Meiji period. The technique of s...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bamboo, Paper

Pair of Bronze Harvest Putti Cherub Figures on Marble Plinth.
Pair of Bronze Harvest Putti Cherub Figures on Marble Plinth.

Pair of Bronze Harvest Putti Cherub Figures on Marble Plinth.

$1,760 / set

Pair of Bronze Harvest Putti Cherub Figures on Marble Plinth.

Located in Germantown, MD

A Magnificent Pair of Bronze Harvest Putti Cherub Figures on Marble Plinth. Measures 2.75" in width, 2.75" in depth and 8.75" in height.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Marble, Bronze

Large Antique Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Floor Vase with Foo Dog Handles
Large Antique Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Floor Vase with Foo Dog Handles

Large Antique Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Floor Vase with Foo Dog Handles

$2,200

Large Antique Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Floor Vase with Foo Dog Handles

Located in Morristown, NJ

Late 19th/Early 20th c., large Japanese Meiji bronze floor urn. The principal decoration on both sides of the vase is rendered in beautiful and strong relief. One side depicts birds, possibly skylarks, in flight and on flowering cherry blossom branches. The opposite side depicts herons wading and alighting on a flowering tree. the upper and lower portions of urn are decorated with repeating arched lozenges detailed with scrolls and flora. The urn is adorned with foo dog handles, unmarked. This is an impressive and beautiful bronze urn. In bronze-working, Meiji period craftsmen were newly empowered to attempt distinctive, innovative, and complex pieces. Makers were influenced less by the West than by China, which had had a relationship with Japan stretching back thousands of years, far further than Japan’s recent association with Western powers. Artistry in bronze-work reached new heights in the Meiji period, as a number of metalworking schools developed, creating intricate pieces including vases, sculptures...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Exquisite Japanese Satsuma Vase by Seikozan
Exquisite Japanese Satsuma Vase by Seikozan

Exquisite Japanese Satsuma Vase by Seikozan

$9,500

Exquisite Japanese Satsuma Vase by Seikozan

Located in Atlanta, GA

A miniature vase in elegant upright form reminiscent of the Chinese imperial Willow Leaf form made by Japanese studio Seikozan circa 1890-1910s (late Meiji Period). One of the many a...

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1880s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Antique Lovely Millefiori Japanese Wall Dish Bronze Flowers Cloisonne, 19th C.
Antique Lovely Millefiori Japanese Wall Dish Bronze Flowers Cloisonne, 19th C.

Antique Lovely Millefiori Japanese Wall Dish Bronze Flowers Cloisonne, 19th C.

$1,026

Antique Lovely Millefiori Japanese Wall Dish Bronze Flowers Cloisonne, 19th C.

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

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

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Antique 19/20C Japanese Satsuma Vase with rare red color. Japan
Antique 19/20C Japanese Satsuma Vase with rare red color. Japan

Antique 19/20C Japanese Satsuma Vase with rare red color. Japan

$1,418

Antique 19/20C Japanese Satsuma Vase with rare red color. Japan

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Just wanted to share this new arrival with you. A Japanese satsuma vase The base has a mark which we didn't translate yet. Origin: Japan Age: 19th century Meiji Condition Perfec. ...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Sculpture Of A Samurai Warrior By Yoshimitsu
Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Sculpture Of A Samurai Warrior By Yoshimitsu

Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Sculpture Of A Samurai Warrior By Yoshimitsu

$19,125

Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Sculpture Of A Samurai Warrior By Yoshimitsu

Located in Dublin, IE

A superb Japanese bronze and gilded sculpture of a samurai warrior, Meiji period. Depicts a Japanese warrior in national dress and impetuous movement, the gilt details mon (heraldic ...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Antique Vase Made of Japanese Bamboo and Bark /Wall-Mounted Flower Vase
Antique Vase Made of Japanese Bamboo and Bark /Wall-Mounted Flower Vase

Antique Vase Made of Japanese Bamboo and Bark /Wall-Mounted Flower Vase

$900

Antique Vase Made of Japanese Bamboo and Bark /Wall-Mounted Flower Vase

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

If you want something special, we recommend purchasing items selected by Brood. We sell carefully selected old Japanese items. I've seen tens of thousands of items so far. Based on that experience, only selected items are posted here. We are able to do this because of our long experience. There may be items on the 1stdibs site that look and feel the same, but the items selected by Brood are unique. This is an old Japanese vase...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bamboo

Fine Japanese Enameled Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan Meiji Period
Fine Japanese Enameled Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan Meiji Period

Fine Japanese Enameled Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan Meiji Period

$5,000

Fine Japanese Enameled Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan Meiji Period

By Kinkozan

Located in Atlanta, GA

A ceramic satsuma ware vase with very fine surface decoration made by Kinkozan circa 1880-1900s of late Meiji Period. The vase is of an elegant and relatively rare form with a trumpet shape body and the so-called garlic neck and opening. The surface is exquisitely decorated in a floral scheme with gilt and a light jewel-tone enamel. The top part showcases large bundles of wisteria blossom in white and purple, cascading down from a gilt wood trellis...

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1880s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Lidded Temple Jar
19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Lidded Temple Jar

19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Lidded Temple Jar

$760Sale Price|20% Off

19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Lidded Temple Jar

Located in Miami, FL

19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Lidded Temple Jar A fine 19th century Japanese Imari porcelain lidded temple jar, hand-painted with exquisite detail in rich natural pigment g...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Japanese bronze vase decorated with Kintaro riding Carp Koi - Meiji - 19th Japan
Japanese bronze vase decorated with Kintaro riding Carp Koi - Meiji - 19th Japan

Japanese bronze vase decorated with Kintaro riding Carp Koi - Meiji - 19th Japan

$153Sale Price|20% Off

Japanese bronze vase decorated with Kintaro riding Carp Koi - Meiji - 19th Japan

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

Very pretty Japanese Meiji bronze vase representing a naked boy, like a cherub, very muscular on a Koi carp in the middle of crashing waves. The bronze work is very beautiful, the mo...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Japanese Meiji Period Arita Omoikane Deity of Wisdom 思兼 Vase, Fukagawa Studio
Japanese Meiji Period Arita Omoikane Deity of Wisdom 思兼 Vase, Fukagawa Studio

Japanese Meiji Period Arita Omoikane Deity of Wisdom 思兼 Vase, Fukagawa Studio

$1,400Sale Price|20% Off

Japanese Meiji Period Arita Omoikane Deity of Wisdom 思兼 Vase, Fukagawa Studio

By Fukagawa

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Japanese Meiji Period Arita Omoikane Deity of Wisdom 思兼 Vase, Fukagawa Studio  Japan, circa 1900s Inscribed or signed on the side  An extraordinary Japanese Meiji Period Arita Omoik...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Japanese Articulated Copper Lobster
Japanese Articulated Copper Lobster

Japanese Articulated Copper Lobster

$4,600

Japanese Articulated Copper Lobster

By Myochin Hiroyoshi

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Japanese articulated copper spiny lobster sculpture on a solid rock Lapis Lazuli. Every single body parts are in working condition and no missing ...

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1890s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Copper

Japanese Gilt Takamaki-E Tabako-Bon, C. 1850
Japanese Gilt Takamaki-E Tabako-Bon, C. 1850

Japanese Gilt Takamaki-E Tabako-Bon, C. 1850

$980

Japanese Gilt Takamaki-E Tabako-Bon, C. 1850

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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Mid-19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Brass

Japanese Purple Blue Gold Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 2
Japanese Purple Blue Gold Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 2

Japanese Purple Blue Gold Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 2

$3,250

Japanese Purple Blue Gold Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 2

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Exquisite gilded and intricately hand-painted Japanese contemporary porcelain vase in an elegant shape, extremely intricately hand-painted in various hues of purple and blue, a signe...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Gold

Antique Japanese Moriage Nippon Porcelain Vase or Covered Jar
Antique Japanese Moriage Nippon Porcelain Vase or Covered Jar

Antique Japanese Moriage Nippon Porcelain Vase or Covered Jar

$1,500

Antique Japanese Moriage Nippon Porcelain Vase or Covered Jar

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique Japanese Nippon porcelain vase or covered urn. With green, pink, and white tones in raised moriage enamel that gives a three-dimensional effect. Decorated with 4 cartouches throughout. The main cartouche features a moriage dragon...

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20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

1860s Large Japanese Parcel Gilt High-Relief Dragons and Birds Bronze Vase
1860s Large Japanese Parcel Gilt High-Relief Dragons and Birds Bronze Vase

1860s Large Japanese Parcel Gilt High-Relief Dragons and Birds Bronze Vase

$1,995

1860s Large Japanese Parcel Gilt High-Relief Dragons and Birds Bronze Vase

Located in Germantown, MD

Amazing Antique fine quality Japanese 19th century bronze vase, circa 1860 with exquisite decorations of raised bronze crafted dragons and birds and many other original meiji decorat...

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Mid-19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Japanese Contemporary Blue White Gold Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 3
Japanese Contemporary Blue White Gold Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 3

Japanese Contemporary Blue White Gold Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 3

$6,500

Japanese Contemporary Blue White Gold Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 3

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Extraordinary Japanese contemporary decorative porcelain vase, painstakingly intricately gilded and hand painted in a mesmerizing deep blue in various shades on a stunning globular b...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Gold

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

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

$3,850Sale Price|40% Off

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

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Extraordinary contemporary Japanese museum-quality decorative porcelain vase, stunningly hand-painted in blue, green and orange on a gracefully shaped ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold

Small Japanese Meiji Period Cloisonne Round Box, circa 1910, Japan
Small Japanese Meiji Period Cloisonne Round Box, circa 1910, Japan

Small Japanese Meiji Period Cloisonne Round Box, circa 1910, Japan

$395

Small Japanese Meiji Period Cloisonne Round Box, circa 1910, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

A small and delightful Japanese yellow ground cloisonne round trinket or incense box, Meiji Period, circa 1910, Japan. The small box of squat, round shape, and may originally have b...

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1910s Japanese Vintage Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Floral Scrolls
Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Floral Scrolls

Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Floral Scrolls

$6,500

Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Floral Scrolls

Located in Long Island City, NY

A large Chinese cloisonne vase decorated with multicolored lotus and foliate scrolls on a white enamel ground, bordered by geometric bands. Richly detailed and elegant. Culture/Perio...

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20th Century Chinese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

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

Japanese Contemporary Blue White Porcelain Charger

$145

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Contemporary Blue White Porcelain Charger by Master Artist, 3
Japanese Contemporary Blue White Porcelain Charger by Master Artist, 3

Japanese Contemporary Blue White Porcelain Charger by Master Artist, 3

$12,000

Japanese Contemporary Blue White Porcelain Charger by Master Artist, 3

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Extraordinary large Japanese contemporary museum-quality decorative porcelain charger in blue underglaze, extremely intricately hand painted, a stunning masterpiece by widely acclaim...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Contemporary Platinum Blue Porcelain Plate by Master Artist, 3
Japanese Contemporary Platinum Blue Porcelain Plate by Master Artist, 3

Japanese Contemporary Platinum Blue Porcelain Plate by Master Artist, 3

$275

Japanese Contemporary Platinum Blue Porcelain Plate by Master Artist, 3

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Exquisite dimpled Japanese decorative porcelain plate intricately hand painted, showcasing a dramatic breathtaking phoenix in deep blue extending its beautiful long wings to cover th...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold

Pair of Large Hand-Painted Enameled Porcelain Vases, Japan, Meiji, 19th Century
Pair of Large Hand-Painted Enameled Porcelain Vases, Japan, Meiji, 19th Century

Pair of Large Hand-Painted Enameled Porcelain Vases, Japan, Meiji, 19th Century

$3,488

Pair of Large Hand-Painted Enameled Porcelain Vases, Japan, Meiji, 19th Century

Located in NICE, FR

This pair of Arita porcelain vases is rare and perfectly illustrates the refinement and virtuosity of Japanese workshops of the period. Each vase features rich ornamentation, entire...

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1880s Chinese 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.

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