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Japonisme Vases and Vessels

JAPONISME STYLE

In the late 19th and early 20th century, France developed an enduring passion for Japanese aesthetics and craftsmanship. Not only did this interpretation of Japanese culture — which became known as Japonisme — infuse fresh energy into French art and design, but it also radically transformed how Europeans, and subsequently the world, would come to understand visual culture. 

Until 1853, Japan had been closely guarded against foreign visitors for over two centuries. However, American Commodore Matthew C. Perry sailed into Japan that year and initiated the first of its treaties with the United States and Europe, thereby opening its borders and giving the West its first-ever look at Japanese design. 

For the next few decades, taken with Japonisme, sophisticated collectors in Paris, New York and elsewhere gorged themselves on lacquered screens, celadon ceramics and netsuke ornaments, along with artworks depicting various aspects of Japanese life. The East Asian country’s influence on Europe, particularly France, contributed to one of the most creatively prosperous periods in history, leaving an imprint on the Impressionist, Art Nouveau and Art Deco movements, and inspiring artists like Edgar Degas, Mary Cassatt, Vincent van Gogh as well as luxury houses such as Louis Vuitton and Hermès. Japonisme emerged at the time when the ornate Renaissance Revival style was the most prominent mode of decorating in Europe, and Japanese aesthetics seemed strikingly modern and elegant in comparison. 

In addition to everyday practical objects from Japan, such as vases, tableware and decorative boxes, Japanese art, especially Japanese woodblock prints by masters of the ukiyo-e school, caught the eye of many artists — particularly those in the Art Nouveau poster community in 1880s Paris. The luscious organic colors associated with traditional Japanese design, motifs like cherry blossoms and carp and the vivid patterns found in woodblock prints, silks and more were adopted and appropriated by painters as well as ceramicists and those working in other fields of the decorative arts. Today, demand for Japanese lacquerware — furniture, trays, writing boxes, screens, incense burners — from the Edo period (1615–1868) and the late 19th century continues to be very strong among collectors.

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Style: Japonisme
19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Vase, Hand-Painted
19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Vase, Hand-Painted

19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Vase, Hand-Painted

Located in Bradenton, FL

Japanese Imari Porcelain Vase. Vase features a flared rim, baluster-form body, and is hand-painted with flowering trees, songbirds, stylized floral sprays, ornamental garden urns, an...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

Set of Two Satsuma Vases, Japan, 1920
Set of Two Satsuma Vases, Japan, 1920

Set of Two Satsuma Vases, Japan, 1920

By Satsuma

Located in Antwerp, BE

Set of two beautiful Satsuma designed in Japan vases from the beginning of the 20th century , 1920s. Meiji-period. Hand-painted ceramic vases depicting men surrounding a geisha, fram...

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1920s Japanese Vintage Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Antique Japanese Bronze “Crane Neck” Ikebana Vase
Antique Japanese Bronze “Crane Neck” Ikebana Vase

Antique Japanese Bronze “Crane Neck” Ikebana Vase

Located in San Francisco, CA

On offer is a beautifully proportioned antique Japanese bronze Ikebana flower vase. Dating from the late Meiji to Taisho period (late 19th to early 20th century). The elongated, ultr...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Bronze

Colorful Black Cloisonné Dragon Ware Jar with Lid - Late Qing Dynasty
Colorful Black Cloisonné Dragon Ware Jar with Lid - Late Qing Dynasty

Colorful Black Cloisonné Dragon Ware Jar with Lid - Late Qing Dynasty

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A petite dragon motif cloisonné jar in black with a matching lid. The small chinoiserie jar is made from brass or copper, and encrusted with a cloisonné dragon design. Cloisonné piec...

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20th Century Chinese Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Metal, Enamel

Modern Kintsugi Style Frosted Glass Vase, a Set of 3
Modern Kintsugi Style Frosted Glass Vase, a Set of 3

Modern Kintsugi Style Frosted Glass Vase, a Set of 3

Located in Plainview, NY

A trio of Modern Kintsugi-style skinny vases, each a unique embodiment of artistry and contemporary design. Crafted in three dimensions—tall, medium, and s...

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Late 20th Century Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Glass

PAIR OF JAPANESE VASE Japanese, Meiji period (1868-1912)
PAIR OF JAPANESE VASE Japanese, Meiji period (1868-1912)

PAIR OF JAPANESE VASE Japanese, Meiji period (1868-1912)

Located in Madrid, ES

PAIR OF JAPANESE VASE Japanese, Meiji period (1868-1912), in bronze with relief decoration of dragons, everyday figures and fish. Dimensions: Height: 45 cm

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19th Century Japanese Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Bronze

Théodore Deck (1823-1891), A 19th French Japonisme Cache-Pot, circa 1875
Théodore Deck (1823-1891), A 19th French Japonisme Cache-Pot, circa 1875

Théodore Deck (1823-1891), A 19th French Japonisme Cache-Pot, circa 1875

By Theodore Deck

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Théodore Deck (1823-1891) A 19th French Japonisme Cache-Pot, circa 1875 A Polychrome Enameled Faience Round-Shaped Cachepot and Jardinière Hand-painted design in the Japonisme Aesthe...

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1870s French Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Faience

Japanese Large Cloisonné Vase, Ca. 1900/1910
Japanese Large Cloisonné Vase, Ca. 1900/1910

Japanese Large Cloisonné Vase, Ca. 1900/1910

Located in New York, NY

Japanese Large Cloisonné Vase in Midnight Blue w/ Flowers and Birds, Ca. 1900/1910 DIMENSIONS: Height: 46 inches Diameter: 51.5 inches ABOUT This exquisite vase is a remarkable te...

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Early 1900s Japanese Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Metal

Large Antique Meiji Cloisonné Enamel Vases Japanese 19th Century Birds Flowers
Large Antique Meiji Cloisonné Enamel Vases Japanese 19th Century Birds Flowers

Large Antique Meiji Cloisonné Enamel Vases Japanese 19th Century Birds Flowers

Located in London, GB

Large Antique Meiji Cloisonné Enamel Vases Japanese 19th Century Birds Flowers Japanese, Late 19th Century Height 152cm, diameter 54cm This remarkable pair of monumental Meiji peri...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Metal, Enamel

Antique Japanese Champleve Bronze Flower Vase Urn Pegasus Butterfly Cloisonné
Antique Japanese Champleve Bronze Flower Vase Urn Pegasus Butterfly Cloisonné

Antique Japanese Champleve Bronze Flower Vase Urn Pegasus Butterfly Cloisonné

Located in Dayton, OH

Early 20th century Japanese Bronze Champleve Flower Vase or Urn. Features a colorful champleve design of Pegasus's and butterflies between engraved bronze motifs. Marked Made in Japa...

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Early 20th Century Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Bronze, Enamel

Baccarat Japonisme Crystal Vase with Sculpted Handles, circa 1878-1890
Baccarat Japonisme Crystal Vase with Sculpted Handles, circa 1878-1890

Baccarat Japonisme Crystal Vase with Sculpted Handles, circa 1878-1890

By Cristalleries De Baccarat

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Baccarat Japonisme Crystal Vase with Sculpted Handles, circa 1878-1890 Clear crystal vase of globular form resting on a circular foot, with a short, slightly flared neck. The decorat...

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1880s French Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Crystal

Rare Porcelain Bowl with Plique-a-Jour Design by Makuzu Kozan
Rare Porcelain Bowl with Plique-a-Jour Design by Makuzu Kozan

Rare Porcelain Bowl with Plique-a-Jour Design by Makuzu Kozan

By Makuzu Kozan

Located in Atlanta, GA

An extremely fine and delicate porcelain bowl from the studio of Japanese Potter Makuzu Kozan, also known as Miyagawa Kozan (1842–1916), one of the most established and collected cer...

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Early 1900s Japanese Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

Pair of Small Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Copper Flower Posy Vases Art Deco 1940s
Pair of Small Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Copper Flower Posy Vases Art Deco 1940s

Pair of Small Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Copper Flower Posy Vases Art Deco 1940s

Located in Sherborne, Dorset

A captivating matched pair of small Japanese cloisonné posy vases from the Art Deco period, each one a miniature showcase of the extraordinary craftsmanship that defines the finest w...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Copper, Enamel

Christofle, “Japonisme” Soliflore Vase, France, Circa 1880
Christofle, “Japonisme” Soliflore Vase, France, Circa 1880

Christofle, “Japonisme” Soliflore Vase, France, Circa 1880

By Christofle

Located in PARIS, FR

Numbered 574668 Height : 56 cm (22in.) ; Diameter base : 20 cm (7,8 in.) Large Japanese-inspired soliflore vase in crystal and silver and gilded bronze. Made of a flared cup topped ...

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1870s French Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Crystal, Bronze

Large Porcelain Moon Vase Charles Henry Clifford Baldwyn for Royal Worcester
Large Porcelain Moon Vase Charles Henry Clifford Baldwyn for Royal Worcester

Large Porcelain Moon Vase Charles Henry Clifford Baldwyn for Royal Worcester

By Royal Worcester

Located in Atlanta, GA

A large and rare porcelain vase with striking pictorial decoration by Royal Worcester dated 1888 and decorated by Charles Henry Clifford Baldwyn (1843-1913). At an impressive height ...

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1880s English Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

Vase with Cranes by the Villeroy&Boch Manufacture, Mettlach Germany, Circa 1900
Vase with Cranes by the Villeroy&Boch Manufacture, Mettlach Germany, Circa 1900

Vase with Cranes by the Villeroy&Boch Manufacture, Mettlach Germany, Circa 1900

By Villeroy & Boch

Located in PARIS, FR

Model n° 1567 Beautiful Japanese inspired baluster-shaped vase in tinted stoneware. The rich polychrome rotating decoration illustrates cranes in the moonlight, near a lake lined wi...

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Early 1900s German Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Japonisme Baccarat Crystal Vase signed "Escalier de Cristal", circa 1890
Japonisme Baccarat Crystal Vase signed "Escalier de Cristal", circa 1890

Japonisme Baccarat Crystal Vase signed "Escalier de Cristal", circa 1890

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Japonisme Bamboo-Form Cylindrical Gilt and Engraved Crystal Vase Signed Escalier de Cristal – Paris, Late 19th Century Elegant cylindrical vase in clear crystal, finely engraved and...

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1890s French Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Crystal

Pair of Antique Japanese Cloisonne Covered Jars with Floral Motif Decoration
Pair of Antique Japanese Cloisonne Covered Jars with Floral Motif Decoration

Pair of Antique Japanese Cloisonne Covered Jars with Floral Motif Decoration

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This pair of antique cloisonne covered jars or urns are unsigned, but originate from Japan from approximately 1900 in a Japanese export style. The pair is done in muted tones and are...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Metal

Japanese Satsuma Vase with Figures
Japanese Satsuma Vase with Figures

Japanese Satsuma Vase with Figures

Located in Antwerp, BE

A mid-20th century Japanese Satsuma vase with figures. Satsuma ware is a style of Japanese earthenware originally from the Satsuma region of what is today southern Kyushu. There are two distinct categories of this ware: The original plain dark clay early Satsuma...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Mid-20th Century Chinese Imari Baluster Vase
Mid-20th Century Chinese Imari Baluster Vase

Mid-20th Century Chinese Imari Baluster Vase

By Imari Porcelain

Located in Pearland, TX

A gorgeous vintage Chinese Imari porcelain vase with a floral design in the traditional Imari colors. Maker's mark on the base. It's a lovely shape with vibrant colors and displays b...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

E.Rousseau & E.Léveillé, Japonisme Vase “Épinoches” Collection G.Cappa c.1878
E.Rousseau & E.Léveillé, Japonisme Vase “Épinoches” Collection G.Cappa c.1878

E.Rousseau & E.Léveillé, Japonisme Vase “Épinoches” Collection G.Cappa c.1878

By Ernest Baptiste Leveille

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Eugène Rousseau (1827-1890) & Ernest-Baptiste Leveillé (1841-1913) Japonisme tripod Vase “Épinoches” Unique Piece Collection Giuseppe Cappa France, circa 1878-1880 “Sticklebac...

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1870s French Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Tiffany Japonesque Sterling Silver Vase with Early Union Square Mark
Tiffany Japonesque Sterling Silver Vase with Early Union Square Mark

Tiffany Japonesque Sterling Silver Vase with Early Union Square Mark

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Japonesque sterling silver vase. Made by Tiffany & Co. in Union Square, New York. Lozenge pillar bowl on 4 scroll-mounted rectilinear volute-scroll supports. Engraved ornament: Flowe...

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1870s American Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Sterling Silver

Rare and Large Japanese Porcelain Vase Makuzu Kozan
Rare and Large Japanese Porcelain Vase Makuzu Kozan

Rare and Large Japanese Porcelain Vase Makuzu Kozan

By Makuzu Kozan

Located in Atlanta, GA

A striking blue and white vase from the studio of Japanese Potter Makuzu Kozan, also known as Miyagawa Kozan (1842–1916), one of the most established and collected ceramist from Meiji Period. Born as Miyagawa Toranosuke, Kozan established his pottery studio in Yokohama around 1870s and later became one of the appointed artist to the Japanese Imperial household. His work was exhibited in many international fairs that the Meiji government participated at the turn of the century and won many grand prizes. With an impressively large size, this vase was likely made and reserved as a presentation piece for one of the many expositions the studio participated in the early 20th century. It was decorated with underglaze cobalt blue using the novel technique developed by Kozan called Fuki-e (the blow painting), in order to achieve the striking dimensional literary landscape known as "Mountain and Water". Being one of the most creative ceramists, Kozan started experimenting with new chemical colors from the West in the format of his porcelain glaze around 1880s. New colors allowed him to create underglaze designs that appeared bright, smooth and glossy. He even invented his own receipt of cobalt blue to achieve a much brighter yet softer shade, as evident on this vase. To create landscape that is realistic and dimensional, more common in the western paintings, he was inspired by the native Japanese ink painting technique developed around 1900 by Yokoyama Taikan...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

Glass Wearing Ceramic Vase 03 Contemporary Zen Japonism Style
Glass Wearing Ceramic Vase 03 Contemporary Zen Japonism Style

Glass Wearing Ceramic Vase 03 Contemporary Zen Japonism Style

By Norihiko Terayama

Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Antique broken ceramic Japanese sake bup repaired with glass. Broken chips are welded by glass. This work is study for relationship between object and decoration. Subject is Destru...

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2010s Japanese Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Glass

Rare Pair of Early Period Makuzu Kozan Takauki High-Relief Vases
Rare Pair of Early Period Makuzu Kozan Takauki High-Relief Vases

Rare Pair of Early Period Makuzu Kozan Takauki High-Relief Vases

By Makuzu Kozan

Located in Atlanta, GA

A stunning pair of ceramic vases with gilt, paint and high-relief decoration by imperial artist Makuzu Kozan (1842-1916, also known as Miyagawa Kozan) circa 1876-81 (late Meiji period). These vases belong to early period (1876-1881) of Kozan's repertoire, during which time the high relief sculpturing (known as Takauki ware) was used as a distinguished technique on top of the traditional gilt and paint ornaments of satsuma ware. Due to the relatively limited production and the fragile nature of these wares, not a large quantity of the examples remained in the first place, not mentioning a fine matching signed pair in such impressive sizes. Not only a rarity, this pair of vases is also superb in workmanship, thus the fine example of the work from that short and unique period of the artist's career before he switched to the underglaze period. In a conceptually mirrored fashion, the surface is richly decorated with flying cranes among large lotus leaves and flower, like an idyllic aqua scenery of pure poetry on a circular scroll. The high-relief appliques were rendered and composed in realistic fashion but with a dramatic touch. They are literally about to break the surface free, alive and in motion. The dark colors of the glaze were used to set a moody tone. The approach to create this type of ornamentations is more akin to sculpturing an ink painting in three-dimension than ceramic making. It is not hard to imagine the demand of both the artistry and the technique. Both vases were signed as "Makuzu Kozan Kiln" and each further with another name and seal, which are most likely the individual artist involved in the making process. Similar signatures can be seen in the reference book below. For similarly Takauki vases, see Miyagawa Kozan Makuzu...

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1870s Japanese Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Elegant Pair of Japanese Hand Painted Floral Porcelain Wall Pockets 1910- 1920
Elegant Pair of Japanese Hand Painted Floral Porcelain Wall Pockets 1910- 1920

Elegant Pair of Japanese Hand Painted Floral Porcelain Wall Pockets 1910- 1920

Located in Red Lion, PA

This exceptional pair of Japanese hand-painted porcelain wall pockets dates to the early 20th century, circa 1910–1920, a period defined by the international fascination with refined...

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1910s Japanese Vintage Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

Chinese Art Deco Famille-Rose Vase with Flower and Dragon Motif, Ca. 1920
Chinese Art Deco Famille-Rose Vase with Flower and Dragon Motif, Ca. 1920

Chinese Art Deco Famille-Rose Vase with Flower and Dragon Motif, Ca. 1920

Located in New York, NY

Chinese Art Deco Famille-Rose Vase with Flower and Dragon Motif, Ca. 1920 DIMENSIONS Height: 24 inches Diameter: 10 inches

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1920s Chinese Vintage Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

Large Japanese Antique Shigaraki Tsubo Jar
Large Japanese Antique Shigaraki Tsubo Jar

Large Japanese Antique Shigaraki Tsubo Jar

Located in Atlanta, GA

An antique Japanese stoneware storage jar, known as tsubo from Shigaraki kiln, circa 17th-18th century (early Edo possibly Momoyama period)....

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17th Century Japanese Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

French Majolica Aesthetic /Japonisme Vase, Attributed to Theodore Deck
French Majolica Aesthetic /Japonisme Vase, Attributed to Theodore Deck

French Majolica Aesthetic /Japonisme Vase, Attributed to Theodore Deck

By Theodore Deck

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

French Majolica Japonisme vase, attributed to Theodore Deck  France, Late 19th Century  This exquisite late 19th-century French Majolica vase, attributed to the renowned ceramist Th...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Majolica

Exceptional Dominic & Haff Japonisme Sterling Cabinet Vase Dragonfly & Cobwebs
Exceptional Dominic & Haff Japonisme Sterling Cabinet Vase Dragonfly & Cobwebs

Exceptional Dominic & Haff Japonisme Sterling Cabinet Vase Dragonfly & Cobwebs

By Dominick & Haff

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Exceptional Dominic & Haff Japonisme Sterling Cabinet Vase—Dragonfly & Cobwebs This exquisite Dominic & Haff sterling silver cabinet vase is a rare and finely detailed example of Ja...

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19th Century American Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Sterling Silver

Japonisme Art Nouveau Bamboo Vase, E. Léveillé Paris, c.1900, Collection G.Cappa
Japonisme Art Nouveau Bamboo Vase, E. Léveillé Paris, c.1900, Collection G.Cappa

Japonisme Art Nouveau Bamboo Vase, E. Léveillé Paris, c.1900, Collection G.Cappa

By Ernest Baptiste Leveille

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Rare Japonisme Art Nouveau Smoked Glass Bamboo Vase, Signed E. Léveillé Paris, circa 1900 An exceptional Japonisme Art Nouveau smoked glass vase modeled in a naturalistic bamboo for...

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Early 1900s French Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Small Round Vase with dot painting by Scarlet Pottery
Small Round Vase with dot painting by Scarlet Pottery

Small Round Vase with dot painting by Scarlet Pottery

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a vase made by the Japanese ceramic artist unit "Scarlet Pottery." It is a piece of pottery made using Amakusa pottery stone. Amakusa pottery stone is famous as the raw mater...

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2010s Japanese Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

Very Large 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Vase with Scalloped Top
Very Large 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Vase with Scalloped Top

Very Large 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Vase with Scalloped Top

Located in New York, NY

A Very Large 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Vase with Scalloped Top. The body of the vase is complete with two main cartouches and two smaller cartouches which flank the vase...

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1880s Japanese Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

A 19th Century French Japonisme Cherry Blossom Vase By Jules Vieillard et Cie
A 19th Century French Japonisme Cherry Blossom Vase By Jules Vieillard et Cie

A 19th Century French Japonisme Cherry Blossom Vase By Jules Vieillard et Cie

Located in England, GB

A 19th century Japonisme vase created in Bordeaux, France by Jules Vieillard et Cie. Dating from circa 1880–1895, this richly detailed large vase features a bulbous cylindrical form,...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Pair of Large Powder-Blue Gilt-Decorated Jars, Japon 1840 .
Pair of Large Powder-Blue Gilt-Decorated Jars, Japon 1840 .

Pair of Large Powder-Blue Gilt-Decorated Jars, Japon 1840 .

Located in Rome, IT

Pair of Large 19' century powder-blue gilt-decorated jars. Each gold painted with a composite floral patterns, all against a powder blue ground enriched in gilt with scattered flower...

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Late 18th Century Japanese Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Mixed Metal Bronze Vase w/ Bird Detailing - Signed
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Mixed Metal Bronze Vase w/ Bird Detailing - Signed

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Mixed Metal Bronze Vase w/ Bird Detailing - Signed

Located in Atlanta, GA

Japanese, Meiji Period. An antique bronze vase constructed in bronze. The vase features several traditional designs including lotus blossoms, birds in flight and other floral detail...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Bronze

Pair of Large French Japonisme Double Elephant Porcelain Vases in St of E.Liever
Pair of Large French Japonisme Double Elephant Porcelain Vases in St of E.Liever

Pair of Large French Japonisme Double Elephant Porcelain Vases in St of E.Liever

Located in New York, NY

A magnificent pair of Large French Japonisme porcelain vases in the style of Édouard Lièvre, dating to the final decades of the 19th century. These exceptional vases captivate with t...

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19th Century French Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

Antique Awaji Grey Crackle Glaze Ceramic Vase - Meiji Period - Japan - C.1910
Antique Awaji Grey Crackle Glaze Ceramic Vase - Meiji Period - Japan - C.1910

Antique Awaji Grey Crackle Glaze Ceramic Vase - Meiji Period - Japan - C.1910

By Awaji Pottery

Located in Chatham, ON

Antique Awaji ceramic vase - grey crackle glaze - cold painted decoration with red and gilt enamel bird on a branch with flower and leaves - old faint inventory numbers to the base -...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Aritaware Porcelain Vase, Fukagawa, Japan, 20th Century
Aritaware Porcelain Vase, Fukagawa, Japan, 20th Century

Aritaware Porcelain Vase, Fukagawa, Japan, 20th Century

By Fukagawa

Located in Chappaqua, NY

Aritaware porcelain vase, Fukagawa, Japan, 20th century. Octagonal shaped vase. Graphic wrapped tassel design in gold and deep red on white ground.

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Late 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

Pair of Rare Porcelain Commemorative Vases by Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period
Pair of Rare Porcelain Commemorative Vases by Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period

Pair of Rare Porcelain Commemorative Vases by Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period

By Makuzu Kozan

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of porcelain vases in classic form, decorated with underglaze blue and copper red painting by Imperial potter Makuzu Kozan. Also known as Miyagawa Kozan (1842–1916), Makuzu was one of the most established and collected ceramist known to the west from Meiji Period. The vases are in a classic Chinese form called "Bang Chu Ping" (grain-mallet vase...

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1910s Japanese Vintage Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

19th Century, French Belle Époque Bronze & Etched Glass Japonesque Vase
19th Century, French Belle Époque Bronze & Etched Glass Japonesque Vase

19th Century, French Belle Époque Bronze & Etched Glass Japonesque Vase

By Baccarat

Located in Atlanta, GA

Strikingly theatrical in silhouette and surface, this Belle Époque decorative vase is constructed around a tall, cylindrical crystal body enriched with multiple zones of decoration, ...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Bronze

Pair of "Cloisonne" Enamel Vases, Attr. to l'Escalier de Cristal, France, C.1870
Pair of "Cloisonne" Enamel Vases, Attr. to l'Escalier de Cristal, France, C.1870

Pair of "Cloisonne" Enamel Vases, Attr. to l'Escalier de Cristal, France, C.1870

By L'Escalier de Cristal

Located in PARIS, FR

Pair of Japanese-style roll-shaped vases, made in “cloisonné” enamel and gilded bronze. The cylindrical body is decorated with polychrom floral branches, flowers and butterflies on a...

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1870s French Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Bronze, Enamel

Wabi-Sabi Styled Studio Ceramic
Wabi-Sabi Styled Studio Ceramic

Wabi-Sabi Styled Studio Ceramic

Located in Medina, OH

Handcrafted vintage pottery ceramic vase with a rounded body and a narrow neck. This piece seems to have been influenced by the Japanese wabi-sabi style pottery featuring simplicity...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Japanese Ceramic Vase by Ito Tozan I Meiji Period
Japanese Ceramic Vase by Ito Tozan I Meiji Period

Japanese Ceramic Vase by Ito Tozan I Meiji Period

By Ito Tozan I

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stoneware vase of a jar form was finely decorated with low relief carving and delicate colored glazes depicting bundles of peony flowers. It was made by Ito Tozan I (1846-1920) circa 1890-1900s in the late Meiji Period. The color pallet was both bold and subtle, with dark green and rusty leaves with golden outlines and white and light yellow peony petals covering much of the surface. Impressed with potter's mark on the base. Examples of two pieces by Ito Tozan I were in the collection of MNAAG (Guimet) Paris. Inventory no. MG 13790 an 13792. A vase with similar shape and decoration techniques is featured as Lot 1340 Fine Japanese Art, 13 Sep 2017 Bonhams New York Tozan Ito I established his ceramic business in Kyoto 1867. His studio made both porcelain and stoneware in a style some considered Satsuma while they retained a sophistication of Kyoto ware...

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1890s Japanese Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Vintage Japanese Brass Champleve Vase With Dragon Enamel
Vintage Japanese Brass Champleve Vase With Dragon Enamel

Vintage Japanese Brass Champleve Vase With Dragon Enamel

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Amazing early 20th century Japanese brass champleve vases features a vibrant colorful enamel design depicting dragons.  

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Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Brass, Enamel

Bicone Vase by U-Turn Ushiro
Bicone Vase by U-Turn Ushiro

Bicone Vase by U-Turn Ushiro

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Bicone vase by U-Turn Ushiro. It is baked for several days in an anagama (a kiln that burns firewood). It is shaped vertically symmetrically. The copper contained in the clay blows out on the surface, and reddish-black spots can be seen partially. It is a work where you can see various reactions of various ingredients. U-Turn Ushiro While working at the fire station...

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2010s Japanese Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Pottery

Mid 20th C. Kutani Style French Porcelain Lidded Ginger Jars  - A Pair
Mid 20th C. Kutani Style French Porcelain Lidded Ginger Jars  - A Pair

Mid 20th C. Kutani Style French Porcelain Lidded Ginger Jars - A Pair

By Porcelaine de Paris

Located in Morristown, NJ

20th c., a pair of Japanese Kutani style porcelain lidded jars, stamped on Porcelaine de Paris underside of foot. The mark indicates the piece was produced in the 1970's. The jars are decorated in deep orange, tangerine and gold motifs on a white background. On one side, both jars have matching decoration depicting a scroll showing a pastoral scene. On the other side, each jar has a seperate floral depiction; one including bamboo. Both are highly decorative. Founded 1773 by Jean-Baptiste Locre, Porcelaine de Paris, was one of the first manufactures to use the Chinese secret of porcelain. It immediately aimed for the luxury trade, selling to the Royal Courts of Europe. After surviving the French Revolution, Porcelaine de Paris steadily produced tableware as well as purely decorative pieces, receiving orders from all over Europe. Productivity was astonishing, creating one new model every day over 30 years! Around 1830, Jean-Marx Clauss, a German-born potter bought a building at Rue de la Pierre-Levee, where he took over Locre's activity. M. Achille Bloch...

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1970s French Vintage Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Gold

A 19th Century Japonisme Turquoise Jardinière By Jules Vieillard & Cie.
A 19th Century Japonisme Turquoise Jardinière By Jules Vieillard & Cie.

A 19th Century Japonisme Turquoise Jardinière By Jules Vieillard & Cie.

Located in England, GB

An impressive and very rare 19th century French 'Japonisme' brass mounted turquoise fine earthenware jardinière by French ceramic artist Jules Vieillard & Co, dated between 1880-...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Japanese Ceramic Vase with Delicate Carvings by Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period
Japanese Ceramic Vase with Delicate Carvings by Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period

Japanese Ceramic Vase with Delicate Carvings by Makuzu Kozan Meiji Period

By Makuzu Kozan

Located in Atlanta, GA

A delicate and rare Japanese ceramic vase by the important Meiji imperial potter Makuzu Kozan (1842-1916) circa 1890s. Dated to his underglaze phase post 1887 after he successfully m...

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1890s Japanese Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Chinese Peking Cut Blue & White Cameo Glass Vase, Ca. ca. 1900-1920
Chinese Peking Cut Blue & White Cameo Glass Vase, Ca. ca. 1900-1920

Chinese Peking Cut Blue & White Cameo Glass Vase, Ca. ca. 1900-1920

Located in New York, NY

Chinese Peking Cut Blue & White Cameo Glass Vase, Ca. ca.1900-1920 DIMENSIONS: Height: 12.5 inches Diameter: 5.5 inches ABOUT CHINESE PEKING GLASS Peking cut blue ...

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1910s Japanese Vintage Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Glass

19th Century French Bronze Vase Mounted On A Dish In The Japanese Style
19th Century French Bronze Vase Mounted On A Dish In The Japanese Style

19th Century French Bronze Vase Mounted On A Dish In The Japanese Style

Located in Bridgeport, CT

19th century French bronze vase patinated and decorated with cherry blossoms along with branch form handles. The baluster form vase with a quad form pierced base surmounted on a roun...

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19th Century French Antique Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Bronze

Collection of Japanese Bronze Vases
Collection of Japanese Bronze Vases

Collection of Japanese Bronze Vases

Located in Atlanta, GA

Collection of ten Japanese bronze vases, Japan, 20th century. They all exhibit sculptural forms and have a wide range of patinas from deep browns to warty verdigris greens. The large...

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1950s Japanese Vintage Japonisme Vases and Vessels

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Metal, Bronze

Japonisme vases and vessels for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Japonisme vases and vessels 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 vases and vessels 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 ceramic, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Japonisme vases and vessels 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 vases and vessels, popular names associated with this style include Makuzu Kozan, Norihiko Terayama, Satsuma, and Ando Jubei. 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 vases and vessels differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $100 and tops out at $185,360 while the average work can sell for $3,000.