How were antique Japanese bronze vases traditionally constructed?

Artisans utilised lost-wax casting to produce intricate shapes, followed by hand-chiseling, carving, and chemical patination to achieve deep brown tones.

How can one identify authentic antique Japanese bronze vases?

Authentic pieces exhibit heavy cast construction, hand-finished relief details, natural wear to the patinated surface, and occasionally artist marks on the base.

How can a pair of antique bronze urns be styled in a modern interior?

Positioning a pair symmetrically on a mantelpiece or sideboard introduces visual balance, contrast, and historical depth against contemporary backdrops.

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Pair of Antique Decorative Urns, Japanese, Bronze, Vase, Edo Period, Victorian

Name: Pair of Antique Decorative Urns, Japanese, Bronze, Vase, Edo Period, Victorian
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1009742
Price: 2495 GBP
Availability: InStock

19th century

For Sale by London Fine Antiques

Description

This is a pair of antique decorative urns. A Japanese, bronze baluster vase, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1850.

Delightful pair of vases from the latter years of the Edo period

Displaying a desirable aged patina throughout

Weathered bronze beautifully time-worn, with warm brown and shimmers of golden hues

Narrow neck with flared rim, dressed with a pair of decorative handles

Accentuated to the neck with a Kabuki figure set within a relief panel

Bulbous baluster form decorated with birds and foliate motif

Raised upon a tiered cylindrical foot

This is a fascinating pair of antique decorative urns, with appealing Japanese taste and great patination. Delivered polished and ready to display.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 15cm (6'')

Max Depth: 14cm (5.5'')

Max Height: 28.5cm (11.25'')

Opening Diameter: 5cm (2'')

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Physical Dimensions

Height

28.5cm (11.22")

Width

15cm (5.91")

Depth

14cm (5.51")

Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated these Antique Japanese Bronze Vases to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

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SA1009742

Dealers Internal Reference

18.9375

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Description

This is a pair of antique decorative urns. A Japanese, bronze baluster vase, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1850.

Delightful pair of vases from the latter years of the Edo period

Displaying a desirable aged patina throughout

fig 1. A pair of patinated dark bronze Japanese baluster urns featuring dragon handles and raised floral relief carvings. — fig 1. Pair of Antique Decorative Urns, Japanese, Bronze, Vase, Edo Period, Victorian

Weathered bronze beautifully time-worn, with warm brown and shimmers of golden hues

Narrow neck with flared rim, dressed with a pair of decorative handles

Accentuated to the neck with a Kabuki figure set within a relief panel

fig 2. A pair of patinated dark bronze Japanese baluster urns featuring dragon handles and raised floral relief carvings. — fig 2. Pair of Antique Decorative Urns, Japanese, Bronze, Vase, Edo Period, Victorian

Bulbous baluster form decorated with birds and foliate motif

Raised upon a tiered cylindrical foot

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This is a fascinating pair of antique decorative urns, with appealing Japanese taste and great patination.

London Fine Antiques

Delivered polished and ready to display.

fig 3. A pair of patinated dark bronze Japanese baluster urns featuring dragon handles and raised floral relief carvings. — fig 3. Pair of Antique Decorative Urns, Japanese, Bronze, Vase, Edo Period, Victorian

Dimensions:

Max Width: 15cm (6'')

Max Depth: 14cm (5.5'')

Max Height: 28.5cm (11.25'')

Opening Diameter: 5cm (2'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

fig 4. A pair of patinated dark bronze Japanese baluster urns featuring dragon handles and raised floral relief carvings. — fig 4. Pair of Antique Decorative Urns, Japanese, Bronze, Vase, Edo Period, Victorian

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Physical Dimensions

Height

28.5cm (11.22")

Width

15cm (5.91")

Depth

14cm (5.51")

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated these Antique Japanese Bronze Vases to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1009742

Dealers Internal Ref

18.9375

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Japanese bronze metalwork from these eras typically features lost-wax casting techniques, incorporating detailed low-relief scenes of nature, birds, and mythical figures along with stylized handles.

Dust regularly with a dry, soft cloth and avoid chemical cleaners; applying a thin layer of microcrystalline wax protects the original patina from moisture and handling.

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