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Meiji Japanese Totai Cloisonne Enamel Ceramic Jar

$1,200
£921.55
€1,056.08
CA$1,689.30
A$1,892.39
CHF 984.28
MX$23,083.29
NOK 12,531.19
SEK 11,816.02
DKK 7,882.32

About the Item

An antique Japanese late Meiji era covered Totai enamel on ceramic ginger jar. Circa: late 19th century to early 20th century. The ware is enameled with a polychrome fan shaped medallions with blossoming flowers, bamboo trees, grapes, surrounded by a geometrical pattern made in the Cloisonne technique. The cover of the ware is decorated with polychrome fan shaped medallions with blossoming flowers. The neck and the lid are adorned with polychrome geometrical, and swirl motifs made in the same technique. Signed with red ink hieroglyphs, on the bottom. Totai Shippo is the name given to Japanese cloisonne on ceramics, both on earthenwares and on porcelain. It has a similar appearance to metallic cloisonne ware, with metal cloisons sometimes individually filled with different colours however, some parts of the surface might be left decorated as normal blue and white porcelain, as is done on the inside of the lid of this item. Antique and Vintage Asian and Oriental Enamel Cases and Boxes, Table Wares, Home Decor, and Collectibles. Dimensions: H 6 3/4 in. All measurements are approximate. Condition Overall good antique condition. Signs of wear and Age. Refer to photos.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.75 in (17.15 cm)Diameter: 6.75 in (17.15 cm)
  • Style:
    Meiji (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Enamel,Cloissoné
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Long Island City, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7386235533022

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