19th Century Vases and Vessels

Exquisitely Made Antique French Napoleon III Gold Bronze Mounted Cobalt Porcelain vases with Enameling, Circa 1870-1880.

A fine quality hand painted Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912) Fukagawa porcelain lidded vase. Depicting exotic Cranes among Reeds and Lillys, boa...

Bronze vase Ikebana Antique Ikebana Vase Bronze Bowl with floral relief Unable to read any marks or symbols Preowned unrestored vintage condition. Very...

Large Japanese stoneware / sake bottle, 19th century.

High quality clear and ruby red glass decanters and stoppers Decorated throughout with gilded enamel featuring flowers and scrollworks, in additi...

A beautiful and most elegant pair of French 19th Louis XVI st. ormolu and Portoro marble lidded urns. Each urn is raised by a square Portoro marble base with concave corners...

A rare and fine quality large pair of 19th Century Chinese Famille Rose vases, each with wonderful pink petal decoration to the tops, exotic floral decoration to the necks with flowe...

A large brown stoneware vase with a relief decor designed by Stig Lindberg at Gustavsberg. It is 22 cm high and in very good condition. This vase was designed in 1963.

Antique English Victorian regency silver plate trophy cup urn coffee dispenser samovar. Item features a drape, horse, and shield decoration to front,...

A fine Pair of 19th century Japanese Imari Porcelain and French Gilt-Bronze Mounted Thirteen-Light Celadon Torchere Candelabra. The bottle-shaped Japonisme vases with a Royal red background, decorated with parcel-gilt and black soaring eagles in the hunt within a forestall scene. Each Vase fitted and surmounted with a French 19th century Louis XV Style 13-Light scrolled candelabrum and all raised on a circular pierced gilt-bronze plinth. circa: 1880. Imari Porcelain (????) is the name for Japanese porcelain wares made in the town of Arita, in the former Hizen Province, northwestern Kyushu. They were exported to Europe extensively from the port of Imari, Saga, between the second half of the 17th century and the first half of the 18th century. The Japanese as well as Europeans called them Imari. In Japanese, these porcelains are also known as Arita-yaki (???). Imari or Arita porcelain has been continously produced up through the present day. Characteristics Though there are many types of Imari, Westerners' conception of Imari in the popular sense is associated only with a type of Imari produced and exported in large quantity in mid-17th century. This type is called Kinrande. Kinrande Imari is colored porcelain with cobalt blue underglaze and red and gold overglaze. The color combination was not seen in China at that time. Traditional Ming dynasty color porcelain used dominantly red and green, probably due to scarcity of gold in China, whereas gold was abundant in Japan in those days. The subject matter of Imari is diverse, ranging from foliage and flowers to people, scenery and abstractions. Some Imari design structures such as kraak style were adopted from China, but most designs were uniquely Japanese owing to the rich Japanese tradition of paintings and costume design. The porcelain has a gritty texture on the bases, where it is not covered by glaze. There is also blue and white Imari. Kakiemon style Imari is another type of Imari, but it tends to be categorized separately in Europe. History "Imari" was simply the trans-shipment port for Arita wares. It was the kilns at Arita which formed the heart of the Japanese porcelain industry. Arita's kilns were set up in the 17th century, when kaolin was discovered in 1616 by the immigrant Korean potter, Yi Sam-pyeong (1579–1655). (He may also be known by the name, "Kanage Sambei".) Yi Sam-Pyeong, along with his extended family of 180 persons, left Korea on the offer of a privileged position in Japan. This decision was made after the occurrence of certain Japanese invasions of Korea. After Yi Sam-Pyeong's discovery, his kilns began to produce revised Korean-style blue and white porcelains, known as "Shoki-Imari". In the mid-17th century there were also a lot of Chinese refugees in Northern Kyushu due to the turmoil on Chinese continent, and it is said one of them brought coloring technique to Arita. Thus Shoki-Imari developed into Ko-KutaniImari. Ko-Kutani was produced around 1650 for both export and domestic market. Blue and white porcelain continued to be produced and they are called Ai-Kutani. Ko-Kutani Imari for the export market usually adopted Chinese design structure such as kraak style, whereas Ai-Kutani for the domestic market were highly unique in design and are accordingly valued very much among collectors. Ko-Kutani style evolved into Kakiemon style Imari, which was produced for about 50 years around 1700. Imari achieved its technical and aesthetic peak in Kakiemon style, and it dominated European market. Blue and white Kakiemon is called Ai-Kakiemon. Kakiemon style transformed into Kinrande in the 18th century. Kinrande used blue underglaze and red and gold overglaze, and later some other colors. Imari began to be exported to Europe because the Chinese kilns at Ching-te-Chen were damaged in the political chaos and the new Qing dynasty government stopped trade in 1656–1684. Exports to Europe were made through the Dutch East India Company, but the designation "Imari Porcelain" in Europe connotes Arita wares of mostly Kinrande Imari. Export of Imari to Europe stopped in mid-18th century when China began export to Europe again, since Imari was not able to compete against China due to high labor cost. By that time, however, both Imari and Kakiemon style were already so popular among Europeans, Chinese export porcelain copied both Imari and Kakiemon style, which is called Chinese Imari. At the same time, European kilns, such as Meisen also tried to copy Imari and Kakiemon. Export of Imari surged again in late 19th century (Meiji era) when Japonism flourished in Europe. Thus in western world today, two kinds of Imari can...

Gien. Pair of covered jars decorated in pink on a cream background called "purple Saxony". The handles depicting the heads of Cachet rams and LP monogram under the base. circa 18...

A set of 8 storage tins, these are made from polychrome and gilt metal with a bold gold label within a scrolling frame. A tin for tea, coffee, sugar, raisins, tapioca, biscuits, curr...

A large antique Chinese Qing porcelain jar and cover hand painted with birds amidst flowering shrubs dating from the 19th century. The large rounded bulbous jar stands raised on a ro...

Antique Italian Orcio Puglia; large terracotta vessel with ochre & umber glaze. Authentic Mediterranean antique pottery, two-handled amphora jar...

A Baccarat opaline glass lamp, vase formed with floral decoration French, 19th century Measures: Lamp: height 74cm, diameter 19cm Shade: heig...

19th century Riveted Quencher, log box, planter. A great looking piece which is riveted with a reinforce X base and disk feet The tank is galvanised with s...

The bright translucent green glass vases with the spiral-fluted bellies. Enameled necks are embellished with a gilded image of the sun behind a blooming sakura tree in Japanese style...

Our pair of exceptional ormolu bronze urns are attributed to French designer, Maxime Secretant, circa 1890s. They feature spiral-gadrooned necks fl...

Add a touch of elegance to your home decor with these stunning moon-flask shaped vases from Minton. These vases are sure to impress with their rich brown treacle glaze and beautiful ...

Large French opaline glass enameled vase attributed to baccarat, circa 1890. Fine hand painted decorations of birds and flowers surrounded by ...

With monumental scale and beautiful, hand-carved details, this remarkable red lacquer hibachi is a true work of art. Designed to hold glowing embers, hibachi vessels such as this were used for cooking or as a source of heat in Japanese homes. Placed under a low wood kotatsu table...

A beautiful Neo-Grec Tazza in bronze and patinated bronze, signed by the artist Ferdinand Levillain ( 1837-1905) and cast by the famous Ferdinand Barbedienne (1810-1892). France 1...

Large Victorian Brass Jardinière, Lions Mask Planter This a good quality piece of solid brass craftsmanship, the Jardinière has a rolled top edge and lions mask ring handles There i...

A beautiful 19th century Minton Majolica figural pedestal planter. A Minton England majolica jardiniere featuring three faun footed cherubian figu...

Amazing Antique Italian large lidded cassolet vase 19th century In green marble with a beautiful frame in decorated bronze (including children and garlands) - height: 66 cm Very goo...

LCT Tiffany Gold Favrile Art Glass Miniature Vase, Pulled Designs #A2981, c1895 L.C.T. Louis Comfort Tiffany gold Favrile art glass vase, #A2981, circa 18...

Pair of German Helena Wolfsohn style porcelain covered jars 19th century Hand-painted covered porcelain jars, with scenes of a courting couple, bouquets of flowers, and gilt decorat...

Pair of Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Plates Geometric Patterns Floral Sprays Cranes A pair of matched antique Japanese cloisonne enamel plates d...

This is a large antique moon vase. A Chinese, ceramic decorative flower urn with hand-painted decoration, dating to the Qing dynasty during the late Victor...

An exquisite large pair of vases in enamelled blue alabaster opaline glass Bohemia, 19th century Beautiful circular body decorated all through with gilded enamel and gilding highli...

Baccarat French white opaline glass hand painted floral vase, circa 1900 French white Opaline glass hand painted floral vase, circa 1900. B...

Rare example of an early English Chinoiserie Masons Ironstone China twin gilt handled Vase of compact proportions decorated in the Japan “Fence P...

A Large Bohemian green cut to clear glass decanter with stopper Cased Glass with Emerald Green Cabochons Panels Green Cut to Clear in ...

Our beautiful vase with cover from Vienna features finely painted cartouches depicting maidens signed Habel (or Haibel) and extensive gilding. With blue shield underglaze mark in blu...

Sevres style hand painted porcelain twin handled covered urn, circa 1900 A deep magenta colored ground with relief gilt garland decoration, elaborate gilt designs throughout with ...

Antique large fine quality Oriental Japanese bronze Jardinière planter bowl censor Meiji Period 19th Century. Would look amazing in the right location and make a fabulous centre p...

Elegant antique vase, not too large, dating from the late 19th century, presumably French. With this vase you see a collaboration of different techniques coming together. The base is...

Stunning Art Glass in style of Blenko. I believe it is but do not see the markings or label. Color is vivid and the crackling is so tasteful. Nice weight to this as well.

Elegant vase in ruby red glass profusely decorated with gilding and silver enameling decoration, with scalloped gilded rim, standing on a scalloped foot cut with a star pattern under...

Small 19th Century Palissy footed wood box jardinière School of Paris. The School of Paris was composed by makers as Victor Barbizet, Francois Maurice...

Brass Arts and Crafts Riveted Jardiniere A traditional design in beaten brass, with a “Pot Belly” shape The jardiniere is in reasonable condition for its age, it could also be us...

This is an antique decorative jardiniere. An English, copper planter urn with Art Nouveau taste, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Flourishes of natural forms accen...

A large 19th Century Chinese Sang de Boeuf vase of baluster form. The name ‘sang de boeuf’ refers to the color of the vase, which is Fre...

A striking true pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. Baccarat crystal and ormolu vases. Each vase is raised by a mottled circular base with a decorative wrap around pattern. Each vase displays an impressive and richly detailed rock like design with a charming pheasant and a chicken. Finely etched water...

An extremely elegant pair of Italian 19th century Neo-Classical st. Grand Tour period Imperial Porphyry tazzas. Each tazza with wonderful proportions is raised by a square stepped ba...

Decorate a shelf of a console with this elegant set of colorful majolica planters. Sculpted in Vallauris, France, circa 1890, and signed by the artist Pierre Perret, each ceramic jar...

Dore bronze with silver filigree on the inside of the glass vase. One glass is cracked/broken, but is difficult to see. Marble bases.

Circular ribbed tapered body with brass liner and brass bail handle.

Moser Cranberry, Gilt & Enameled 'Whippet & Goat' portrait vase. Czech-Republic, Circa 1880s. A fine example, a stylized undulating trumpet vase, exec...

Large Majolica colorful rooster signed Delphin Massier circa 1890. On the back of the rooster, a rare brown bamboo vase, usually the vase is a trunk.

Large carved white marble campagna-form garden urn Continental, 19th century Measures: height 60cm, diameter 42cm Crafted from white marble, this fine garden urn is carved in th...

Majolica fish jardiniere signed George Dreyfus Fontainebleau circa 1890.

Rare Large Majolica Pansy Cache Pot signed Delphin Massier Circa 1890.

English Regency-style (19th Century) Chinoiserie decorated rectangular shaped cachepot.

19th century Hourglass peat bucket planter A very attractive design, the Hourglass shape is made in wood strapping, and the original brass liner is p...

Chinese export blue and white porcelain hawthorn rose jar with lid, 19th century, marked at the bottom.

Antique Bacarat crystal vase. Baluster form neoclassical style tall French crystal vase with banded neck and rim with thick cut octagonal form base. France 1840’s Dimensions:15.25” ...

O/4857 - Oval cast iron vase with handles, butcher's broom decoration: a typical winter subject. It's the classical Victorian cast iron jardiniere. I ...