A Japanese bronze dragon vase. Meiji period (1868-1912). The vase on a slightly spreading foot, with bulbous body and flaring mouth rim. An elongated three-clawed dragon curling alongside the body and neck of the vase with reticulated feet, arms and whiskers. The vase with a warm dark brown to dark reddish patination. Dimensions: Height 34 cm, diameter 17 cm. Condition: Good condition with a nice warm patina, two small pieces missing where the lower legs protrude. Worldwide registered and insured shipping.