Vase (3) - Earthenware - Imari
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Three-piece Japanese Imari vase set from the Meiji period (1868–1912), hand-painted with cobalt blue and iron-red underglaze decorations, comprising two lidded baluster vases with foo dog knobs and one central vase with a flared mouth, each about 14 cm wide and deep and 30 cm high, in good antique condition with minor glaze wear and small marks.
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Japanese Imari vase set – Arita porcelain – Meiji period (1868–1912)
Magnificent three-piece Japanese Imari vase set from the Meiji period, crafted from fine porcelain and richly hand-painted in traditional underglaze blue and iron-red decorations with floral and landscape motifs.
The set consists of:
* Two lidded baluster vases with decorative foo dog / shishi knob lids
* One matching central vase with a spreading mouth
The vases display the characteristic Imari palette with vibrant cobalt blue and iron-red accents on a cream-white background. The decoration consists of blossoms, plants, cartouches and stylized landscapes, typical for export porcelain from the late 19th century.
The pieces are handmade and hand-painted, evident in the glaze details, brushwork and the finish of the underside.
Condition
Good antique condition corresponding to age and use.
* Some glaze and wear marks
* Small areas of wear / paint loss present
* No visible major cracks or restorations
* See photos for your own impression of the condition
Origin
Japan, Meiji period (1868–1912)
A decorative and authentic set of Japanese Imari vases, well suited for collectors of Asian porcelain or as a stylish interior decor object.
The lots are carefully packaged and insured for shipment.
Japanese Imari vase set – Arita porcelain – Meiji period (1868–1912)
Magnificent three-piece Japanese Imari vase set from the Meiji period, crafted from fine porcelain and richly hand-painted in traditional underglaze blue and iron-red decorations with floral and landscape motifs.
The set consists of:
* Two lidded baluster vases with decorative foo dog / shishi knob lids
* One matching central vase with a spreading mouth
The vases display the characteristic Imari palette with vibrant cobalt blue and iron-red accents on a cream-white background. The decoration consists of blossoms, plants, cartouches and stylized landscapes, typical for export porcelain from the late 19th century.
The pieces are handmade and hand-painted, evident in the glaze details, brushwork and the finish of the underside.
Condition
Good antique condition corresponding to age and use.
* Some glaze and wear marks
* Small areas of wear / paint loss present
* No visible major cracks or restorations
* See photos for your own impression of the condition
Origin
Japan, Meiji period (1868–1912)
A decorative and authentic set of Japanese Imari vases, well suited for collectors of Asian porcelain or as a stylish interior decor object.
The lots are carefully packaged and insured for shipment.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
Imari
Number of objects
3
Country of origin
Japan
Material
Earthenware
Dynastic style/period
Meiji period (1868-1912)
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
30 cm
Width
14 cm
Depth
14 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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