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Antique Signed Japanese Meiji Period Mixed Metals Bronze Double Gourd Form Vase

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A fine antique Japanese bronze vase. From the Meiji Period. With copper and silver floral and vine and butterfly inlay as well a kanji symbol to the neck (possibly a stylized form of Double Happiness). With an inlaid signature plaque to the base. Simply a wonderful antique Japanese vase! Date: Late 19th or Early 20th century Overall Condition: It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition. Condition Details: With a mottled patina, some very light dents and indentations here and there, a few casting flaws, some wear to the inlay decoration, and some very light edge wear. Otherwise, there are some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age. Marks: Marked to the base with an inlaid seal mark. Measurements: Height: ca. 6 7/8 in. Diameter: ca. 3 7/8 in. Items purchased from this dealer must delight you. Purchases may be returned for any reason for a period of 7 days.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.88 in (17.48 cm)Diameter: 3.88 in (9.86 cm)
  • Style:
    Meiji (Of the Period)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. See description for condition details.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DSA INV FR N221stDibs: LU1610231632132
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