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Fine Pair of Japanese Fukagawa Porcelain Vases, Circa 1890
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Fine Pair of Japanese Fukagawa Porcelain Vases, Circa 1890

19th century
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A fine quality large pair of Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912) Fukagawa porcelain vases. Each with wonderful bold Imari colours, the tapering bands of classical motifs from top to bottom. Mythical hand painted Dragons wrapped around the vases.

Date of Manufacture

Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated these Japanese Fukagawa Porcelain Vases to the 19th Century.

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Height
61cm (24.02")
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SA1023103
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Batch 59 60514. TYZKN
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Description
A fine quality large pair of Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912) Fukagawa porcelain vases. Each with wonderful bold Imari colours, the tapering bands of classical motifs from top to bottom. Mythical hand painted Dragons wrapped around the vases.
Date of Manufacture

Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated these Japanese Fukagawa Porcelain Vases to the 19th Century.

Height
61cm (24.02")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1023103
Dealers Internal Ref
Batch 59 60514. TYZKN
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
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Patrick moorhead has been one of the uk's finest trade-only antique furniture and art dealers for over 30 years.

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A pair of late nineteenth-century Japanese Fukagawa porcelain ovoid vases featuring polychrome brocade patterns with a dragon and a phoenix motif.
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Archive I A pair of late nineteenth-century Japanese Fukagawa porcelain ovoid vases featuring polychrome brocade patterns with a dragon and a phoenix motif.

Fine Pair of Japanese Fukagawa Porcelain Vases, Circa 1890

Archive II A pair of late nineteenth-century Japanese Fukagawa porcelain ovoid vases featuring polychrome brocade patterns with a dragon and a phoenix motif. View II
Archive III A pair of late nineteenth-century Japanese Fukagawa porcelain ovoid vases featuring polychrome brocade patterns with a dragon and a phoenix motif. View III
Archive IV A pair of late nineteenth-century Japanese Fukagawa porcelain ovoid vases featuring polychrome brocade patterns with a dragon and a phoenix motif. View IV
Archive V A pair of late nineteenth-century Japanese Fukagawa porcelain ovoid vases featuring polychrome brocade patterns with a dragon and a phoenix motif. View V
Archive VI A pair of late nineteenth-century Japanese Fukagawa porcelain ovoid vases featuring polychrome brocade patterns with a dragon and a phoenix motif. View VI
Archive VII A pair of late nineteenth-century Japanese Fukagawa porcelain ovoid vases featuring polychrome brocade patterns with a dragon and a phoenix motif. View VII
Archive VIII A pair of late nineteenth-century Japanese Fukagawa porcelain ovoid vases featuring polychrome brocade patterns with a dragon and a phoenix motif. View VIII
Archive IX A pair of late nineteenth-century Japanese Fukagawa porcelain ovoid vases featuring polychrome brocade patterns with a dragon and a phoenix motif. View IX
Archive X A pair of late nineteenth-century Japanese Fukagawa porcelain ovoid vases featuring polychrome brocade patterns with a dragon and a phoenix motif. View X
Archive XI A pair of late nineteenth-century Japanese Fukagawa porcelain ovoid vases featuring polychrome brocade patterns with a dragon and a phoenix motif. View XI
Archive XII A pair of late nineteenth-century Japanese Fukagawa porcelain ovoid vases featuring polychrome brocade patterns with a dragon and a phoenix motif. View XII
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A pair of late nineteenth-century Japanese Fukagawa porcelain ovoid vases featuring polychrome brocade patterns with a dragon and a phoenix motif.
Fine Pair of Japanese Fukagawa Porcelain Vases, circa 1890
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A pair of late nineteenth-century Japanese Fukagawa porcelain ovoid vases featuring polychrome brocade patterns with a dragon and a phoenix motif.
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  • ObjectVases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleMeiji Period
  • MaterialPorcelain, Enamel, Gold Leaf
  • ColourMulticolour, Blue, Orange
  • MotifsDragon and phoenix motifs, Brocade patterns, Polychrome enamelling, Ovoid form
  • SizeH 61 cm (24 in)

This pair of nineteenth-century Japanese Fukagawa porcelain vases belongs to the Meiji period. The ovoid forms display an intricate surface of tapering vertical bands decorated in polychrome enamels and gold leaf with dense brocade patterns. One vase depicts a mythical hand-painted blue and gold dragon wrapped around the body, while the companion piece features a sweeping phoenix motif. The bold Imari colour palette combines shades of orange, blue, green, and gold against patterned backgrounds. These decorative vessels measure 61 cm high. Positioned on a sideboard top, these vases function as striking decorative accents in a living room, dining room, or hallway. The maximalist design complements traditional interiors, Asian-inspired collections, or eclectic spaces seeking a focal point. Their substantial size and detailed hand-painted motifs allow them to stand independently as sculptural objects or coordinate with complementary Oriental ceramics.

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Fukagawa porcelain originated in the Arita region of Japan during the late nineteenth century, established by Chuji Fukagawa in 1894. The company gained international recognition during the Meiji period for producing high-quality porcelain decorated with intricate hand-painted enamels, combining traditional Japanese iconography with Western export preferences.

Fukagawa ceramic wares were constructed using fine kaolin clay fired at elevated temperatures to yield a hard-paste porcelain body. Artisans applied cobalt blue underglaze decoration before an initial firing, followed by detailed overglaze enamels and gilding that required subsequent lower-temperature firings.

Authentic late nineteenth-century Fukagawa porcelain exhibits fine hand-painted brushwork, vibrant underglaze blue hues, and delicate gilding. Items frequently bear an underglaze blue makers mark on the base, such as the Mount Fuji and stream motif or specific Fukagawa workshop character marks.

A paired set of patterned Fukagawa vases provides a symmetrical focal point on a dark wood sideboard, console table, or fireplace mantelpiece. Displaying them against a neutral background highlights the polychrome enamelling and detailed geometric pattern panels.

Regularly dust the porcelain surface with a soft, dry microfibre cloth or a clean artist brush to clear debris from detailed areas. Avoid soaking pieces with overglaze gilding in water or applying abrasive chemical cleansers, as these methods wear away delicate surface enamels.
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