a pair of Japanese cloisonné vases - Japan - Meiji period (1868-1912)
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A pair of Japanese cloisonné vases in Meiji period style (1868–1912), double-hyotan form, 15 cm high, 6 cm wide and 6 cm deep, with fine metal partitions filled with coloured enamel on a lightly speckled gold background, decorated with chrysanthemums and cloud/scale motifs, in excellent condition.
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A pair of Japanese cloisonné vases made using the 'shippo-yaki' technique, featuring a double gourde shape (hyotan), which is very typical of Japanese iconography.
The motifs are created by very fine metal partitions forming the outlines, filled with colored enamel and then polished, giving a smooth, shiny, and colorful appearance.
This quality of enamel, combined with the finesse of the dividers, evokes serious craftsmanship, typical of Japanese production from the late 19th or early 20th century.
The vases are decorated with chrysanthemums (kiku), the Japanese imperial symbol, and stylized foliage.
Half-cloud borders and scale/fan motifs at the collar.
Slightly mottled gold background, very characteristic of Meiji cloisonné. They are used as protection against evil spirits, and for abundance.
It was highly prized in the decorative works of the Meiji era (1868–1912).
Made in the workshops of Nagoya or Osaka, the main centers of Meiji cloisonné.
handcrafted work, probably unsigned (which is common).
The great masters (Andō, Namikawa) often signed their pieces, but high-quality mass-produced models remain anonymous.
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I am a seller of a wide range of antiques and collectibles dating from different eras, my items are certified by auctioneers to ensure the reliability of my items.
Translated by Google TranslateA pair of Japanese cloisonné vases made using the 'shippo-yaki' technique, featuring a double gourde shape (hyotan), which is very typical of Japanese iconography.
The motifs are created by very fine metal partitions forming the outlines, filled with colored enamel and then polished, giving a smooth, shiny, and colorful appearance.
This quality of enamel, combined with the finesse of the dividers, evokes serious craftsmanship, typical of Japanese production from the late 19th or early 20th century.
The vases are decorated with chrysanthemums (kiku), the Japanese imperial symbol, and stylized foliage.
Half-cloud borders and scale/fan motifs at the collar.
Slightly mottled gold background, very characteristic of Meiji cloisonné. They are used as protection against evil spirits, and for abundance.
It was highly prized in the decorative works of the Meiji era (1868–1912).
Made in the workshops of Nagoya or Osaka, the main centers of Meiji cloisonné.
handcrafted work, probably unsigned (which is common).
The great masters (Andō, Namikawa) often signed their pieces, but high-quality mass-produced models remain anonymous.
Seller's Story
I am a seller of a wide range of antiques and collectibles dating from different eras, my items are certified by auctioneers to ensure the reliability of my items.
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Dynastic Style/Period
Meiji period (1868-1912)
Country of Origin
Japan
Height
15 cm
Width
6 cm
Title of artwork
a pair of Japanese cloisonné vases
Depth
6 cm
Condition
Excellent condition
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