London Fine Antiques

Description

This is a large antique decorative vase. A Japanese, bronze Meiji period urn, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

Highly impressive antique vase with striking detail
Displays a desirable aged patina by way of fine weathering
Bronze shows a wonderful tonality with a light tarnish from decades of careful polish
Decorated with key icons from the Meiji period of Japanese history (1868-1912)

Broad, tapering rim with rolled lip, embellished by way of garland detail
Panel scenes to both sides with three dimensional birds opposite crashing waves
Depicting a Falcon or Hayabusa flying overhead, the wave scene redolent of Hokusai's Great Wave off Kanagawa

Encircling the decorative panel, a relief dragon adds mystical appeal
The ground accentuated with chased cloudform icon pattern
Appealing weight in hand of 6.7kg (14.7 lb)
Finished with a character mark to the base

This is a fascinating large antique decorative vase, with classical Japanese detail and an appealing, light weathering. A great addition to a collection or room, the vase is delivered polished and ready to display.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 21cm (8.25'')
Max Depth: 21cm (8.25'')
Max Height: 36cm (14.25'')

Opening Diameter: 11.5cm (4.5'')

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Our Ref: 18.7975
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