A pair of cloisonné (七宝, shippo) vases of bulbous form with a long cylindrical neck, set against a glossy black ground. The surface is animated by ryū dragons (龍) dynamically coiling around the body and neck of the vases. The figures are outlined with fine silver wire and executed in polychrome enamels, with carefully rendered details in the scales, manes, and claws. Complete with original tomobako. Here’s our in-depth video on ryū dragons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FszsYK8XvDI&list=PL29nIcX3wwMgSBgB4MhgoT6EKRP5uri1m Japanese cloisonné is one of the most refined forms of decorative art. Originally adopted from China, the technique was perfected by Japanese artisans during the Meiji period. The technique involves the use of vibrant polychrome enamels that create a metallic, glossy effect. ---The vases are in very good condition, with minor wear consistent with age. Please refer to the pictures for further details. The item will be carefully packed and shipped via DHL or FedEx, accompanied by the original certificate of authenticity issued by Mastromauro Japanese art gallery based in Milan, Italy. 710-11