Vase - glazed ceramic - Japan - Meiji period (1868-1912)
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Monumental glazed ceramic cylindrical vase by Taniguchi Zō, Meiji period (late 19th–early 20th century), in excellent condition, 40.3 cm high, 13.2 cm in diameter, weight 3181 g, polychrome and gilt decoration with a red floral studio seal 谷口造, provenance private collection.
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Japanese Art / Ceramics] Monumental large cylindrical enamel ceramic vase – Polychrome and gilt decoration of ancient pines, peonies and relief enamels (Japan, late 19th - early 20th century)
Imposing and sumptuous large baluster-shaped vase, richly hand-decorated according to the great tradition of export Japanese ceramics.
Main decoration: A meticulously painted landscape depicting a majestic pine with gnarled branches, enhanced with relief enamels (turquoise moriage style) imitating the details of the bark, accompanied by superb compositions of white and yellow peonies in bloom among finely shaded foliage.
Neck & Friezes: The neck and base are adorned with superb geometric friezes and borders embroidered with floral motifs and scrolls on a dark background studded with gold and turquoise dots.
Signature: Red floral-shaped workshop seal beneath the base. 谷口造 (Taniguchi Zō)
Dimensions & Weight:
Height: 40.3 cm
Diameter: 13.2 cm
Weight: 3,181 g
Overall condition: Very good overall condition for an antique decorative piece of this scale.
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Enamels and Gilding: Vivid colors, gilding and relief enamels well preserved across the entire body.
Japanese Art / Ceramics] Monumental large cylindrical enamel ceramic vase – Polychrome and gilt decoration of ancient pines, peonies and relief enamels (Japan, late 19th - early 20th century)
Imposing and sumptuous large baluster-shaped vase, richly hand-decorated according to the great tradition of export Japanese ceramics.
Main decoration: A meticulously painted landscape depicting a majestic pine with gnarled branches, enhanced with relief enamels (turquoise moriage style) imitating the details of the bark, accompanied by superb compositions of white and yellow peonies in bloom among finely shaded foliage.
Neck & Friezes: The neck and base are adorned with superb geometric friezes and borders embroidered with floral motifs and scrolls on a dark background studded with gold and turquoise dots.
Signature: Red floral-shaped workshop seal beneath the base. 谷口造 (Taniguchi Zō)
Dimensions & Weight:
Height: 40.3 cm
Diameter: 13.2 cm
Weight: 3,181 g
Overall condition: Very good overall condition for an antique decorative piece of this scale.
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Enamels and Gilding: Vivid colors, gilding and relief enamels well preserved across the entire body.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Weight
3181 g
Over 200 years old
No
Country of origin
Japan
Model
Taniguchi Zō (谷口造) [Japanese Art / Ceramics] Monumental large cylindrical ceramic vase.
Material
glazed ceramic
Dynastic style/period
Meiji period (1868-1912)
Manufacturer/brand
Taniguchi 谷口
Provenance
Private collection
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Attribution
Signed
Height
40.3 cm
Width
13.2 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated period
late 19th century – early 20th century
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