Vase - glazed ceramic - Japan - Meiji period (1868-1912)

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. PDF Enamels and Gilding: Vivid colors, gilding and relief enamels well preserved across the entire body.

Estimate:£418.19

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