A striking pair of Japanese porcelain vases dating from the Meiji period (1868–1912), a time when Japanese craftsmanship gained widespread international recognition following the country's opening to global trade. Decorated in rich orange, red and green enamels, the vases feature a flowing transition between the upper and lower glazes, creating a distinctive three-colour effect inspired by the Nara Sansai tradition.
Originally rooted in early Japanese sancai ceramics, this decorative approach was reinterpreted by Meiji artisans for a growing international market. As demand for Japanese decorative arts increased across Europe and America, makers adapted traditional techniques and ornament to appeal to Western tastes while maintaining the exceptional quality and precision for which Meiji porcelain is renowned.
These vases are characteristic of that period, combining vibrant colour with finely executed decoration.
Origin: Japan
Period/Style: Meiji Period
Date: Late 19th Century
Material: Porcelain
Dimensions:
Orange and Green: 24cm height × 14cm width
Red and Green: 20cm height × 11cm width
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A striking pair of Japanese porcelain vases dating from the Meiji period (1868–1912), a time when Japanese craftsmanship gained widespread international recognition following the country's opening to global trade. Decorated in rich orange, red and green enamels, the vases feature a flowing transition between the upper and lower glazes, creating a distinctive three-colour effect inspired by the Nara Sansai tradition.
Originally rooted in early Japanese sancai ceramics, this decorative approach was reinterpreted by Meiji artisans for a growing international market. As demand for Japanese decorative arts increased across Europe and America, makers adapted traditional techniques and ornament to appeal to Western tastes while maintaining the exceptional quality and precision for which Meiji porcelain is renowned.
These vases are characteristic of that period, combining vibrant colour with finely executed decoration.
Origin: Japan
Period/Style: Meiji Period
Date: Late 19th Century
Material: Porcelain
Dimensions:
Orange and Green: 24cm height × 14cm width
Red and Green: 20cm height × 11cm width
+ Shipping Info
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