Ikebana vase - Bronze - Japan - Meiji period (1868-1912)
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Bronze Usubata Ikebana vase from late Meiji period, Japan, circa 1900, with a 23 cm high bulbous body and a 21 cm diameter upper plateau, weighing 2 kg, featuring a bas-relief dragon in the central cartouche, two large side handles in cloud and sea‑foam shapes, incised traditional cloud motifs on the neck and circular base, and a brown patina with minor wear consistent with age.
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Elegant and authentic traditional Usubata-type vase (薄端) in bronze with a brown patina from the late Meiji era (circa 1900).
This vessel, characterized by its wide flared upper plateau and flat, was specifically designed for Japanese flower art (Ikebana).
The bulbous central body houses a finely chased bas-relief cartouche, depicting a mythical dragon emerging from tumultuous waves.
It is flanked by two imposing stylized side handles shaped as clouds and foaming seas.
The neck and circular pedestal are delicately adorned with fine incised motifs of traditional clouds.
The bronze base features its original weighted bottom, ensuring perfect stability of the whole (historically designed to counterbalance the weight of floral arrangements). A very beautiful collectible piece, representative of the craftsmanship of Japanese bronzers at the turn of the 20th century.
Details of the object:
• Object type: Usubata vase / Ikebana vase
• Origin: Japan
• Era / Period: Late Meiji period (1890-1912)
• Material: Patinated bronze with metallic inlays
• Dimensions: Height: 23 cm | Plate diameter: 21 cm
• Weight: 2 kg
• Condition: Good overall antique condition.
Magnificent original patina with slight signs of use and natural oxidation, in keeping with the age and use of the piece.
No major loss or restoration to report.
fast and careful shipping
Elegant and authentic traditional Usubata-type vase (薄端) in bronze with a brown patina from the late Meiji era (circa 1900).
This vessel, characterized by its wide flared upper plateau and flat, was specifically designed for Japanese flower art (Ikebana).
The bulbous central body houses a finely chased bas-relief cartouche, depicting a mythical dragon emerging from tumultuous waves.
It is flanked by two imposing stylized side handles shaped as clouds and foaming seas.
The neck and circular pedestal are delicately adorned with fine incised motifs of traditional clouds.
The bronze base features its original weighted bottom, ensuring perfect stability of the whole (historically designed to counterbalance the weight of floral arrangements). A very beautiful collectible piece, representative of the craftsmanship of Japanese bronzers at the turn of the 20th century.
Details of the object:
• Object type: Usubata vase / Ikebana vase
• Origin: Japan
• Era / Period: Late Meiji period (1890-1912)
• Material: Patinated bronze with metallic inlays
• Dimensions: Height: 23 cm | Plate diameter: 21 cm
• Weight: 2 kg
• Condition: Good overall antique condition.
Magnificent original patina with slight signs of use and natural oxidation, in keeping with the age and use of the piece.
No major loss or restoration to report.
fast and careful shipping
Details
Era
1400-1900
Country of origin
Japan
Material
Bronze
Dynastic style/period
Meiji period (1868-1912)
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
23 cm
Width
0 cm
Depth
0 cm
Diameter
0 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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