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Pair of Antique Victorian Quality Japanese Kutani Porcelain Vases
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Pair of Antique Victorian Quality Japanese Kutani Porcelain Vases

19th century
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Pair of antique Victorian quality Japanese Kutani porcelain vases finely decorated with panels of peacocks and figures in wonderful iron red, white and gold colours.

A very striking decorative pair in lovely original condition.

H 34cm

W 17cm

D 17cm

Date 1880

Physical Dimensions
Height
34cm (13.39")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated these Japanese Kutani Porcelain Vases to the 1800s.

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SA1107289
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184C
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Description
Pair of antique Victorian quality Japanese Kutani porcelain vases finely decorated with panels of peacocks and figures in wonderful iron red, white and gold colours.

A very striking decorative pair in lovely original condition.

H 34cm

W 17cm

D 17cm

Date 1880

Height
34cm (13.39")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated these Japanese Kutani Porcelain Vases to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1107289
Dealers Internal Ref
184C
London City Antiques
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At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Pair of Antique Victorian Quality Japanese Kutani Porcelain Vases

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A pair of baluster-shaped Japanese Kutani porcelain vases decorated with iron-red glaze, gilding, and hand-painted panels of figures and landscapes.
Pair of Antique Victorian Quality Japanese Kutani Porcelain Vases
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  • ObjectVases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleJapanese Meiji Period
  • MaterialPorcelain, Enamel, Gilding
  • ColourTerracotta Red and Gold
  • MotifsIron-red enamel, figurative cartouche panels, gilded detailing, flared rim
  • SizeH 34 cm (13 in) x W 17 cm (7 in) x D 17 cm (7 in)

This pair of Victorian Japanese Kutani porcelain vases features baluster shapes with flared rims, finished in a terracotta red glaze with white background reserves, extensive gilding, and hand-painted iron-red enamel decoration depicting figurative cartouche panels and landscape scenes. The glaze displays glossy reflective highlights and complex hand-painted detailing alongside gilded scrollwork patterns across the shoulders and neck. Each vase measures 34 cm high, 17 cm wide, and 17 cm deep. Placed upon a sideboard top within an English country house interior, the vases contribute ornamental colour and traditional oriental design aesthetics to a living room, dining room, or entrance hallway setting. They provide a matching decorative display element suitable for holding floral arrangements or standing as ornamental focal points on display furniture surfaces.

FAQs

Kutani porcelain originated in the Ishikawa prefecture of Japan during the 17th century, named after the village of Kutani. Production was revived during the 19th century, becoming renowned worldwide for export ceramics during the Meiji era.

Kutani ceramics are crafted from kaolin clay fused at high temperatures to create a white porcelain base. Decoration involves hand-painted overglaze enamels, particularly iron-red enamel (aka-e) and gold leaf detailing.

Authentic pieces feature dense, hand-painted decoration, often including figurative panels, landscapes, or natural scenes. Look for character signatures painted on the base in red or gold and fine gilding over an iron-red palette.

Place a matching pair symmetrically on a mantelpiece, sideboard top, or console table to establish visual balance. The warm red glaze complements dark wood surfaces and neutral minimalist backdrops alike.

Dust gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth to clean the surface. Avoid water exposure, harsh chemical detergents, or abrasive pads, as these will wear away delicate overglaze gilding and enamels over time.
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