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Japanese Hardwood Mixed Metal Vases - Katsuyoshi School
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Japanese Hardwood Mixed Metal Vases - Katsuyoshi School

19th century
Sold 21 February 2025 · Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
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As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this most unusual pair of vases from the Meiji period (1868-1912) , circa 1890 , the dense hardwood vases are supported on scrolling bracket feet and lavishly decorated in mixed metals including silver, gold, shibuichi and shakudo, the sunken high relief panel on the first depicts the poetess "Ono no Komachi" washing a book with water to prove that the verses have been fraudulently added to the text, with a single butterfly hovering above peonies to the reverse. Vase two depicts Otomo no Kuronushi, a high ranking courtier and poet, accusing Ono Komachi of plagiarism, chrysanthemums growing from behind a rock to the reverse, each vase further decorated to each side with native flora within fan shaped cartouches, the dense hardwood bodies (probably ironwood but possibly zitan) are each signed to the remaining side with a carved signature that reads Katao, above sumptuous gold seals also translating as Katao, a wonderfully scarce pair of vases with a delightful story attached to the subject matter, a rare addition to your Japanese works of art collection .

Provenance :

2020 Vision of an enlightened ruler - plate 2

Literature:

The artist Tsukahara Katao is recorded as a Shoami school artist ( Shoami Katsuyoshi) living and working in Tokyo in the late 19th century , see Wakayama Takeshi Kinko Jiten ( a dictionary of metalworkers ) Tokyo, Token Shunju Shinbunsha , 1999,  page 309.

Condition report :

The condition of these vases is great .

Approximate sizes:

Height : 5 5/8"  14.5 cm

Width:  2 1/8"     5.5 cm

Depth:  2.0"         5.0 cm

Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item. ep 40

Date of Manufacture

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated these Japanese Hardwood Mixed Metal Vases to the 1890s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
14.5cm (5.71")
Width
5.5cm (2.17")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1115660
Dealers Notes

Available during usual business hours 7 days a week by prior appointment only.

Available out of hours for general enquiries : sales@stagsheadantiques.com or steve@steveslyjapaneseart.com

Tel 07774-635918

Description
As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this most unusual pair of vases from the Meiji period (1868-1912) , circa 1890 , the dense hardwood vases are supported on scrolling bracket feet and lavishly decorated in mixed metals including silver, gold, shibuichi and shakudo, the sunken high relief panel on the first depicts the poetess "Ono no Komachi" washing a book with water to prove that the verses have been fraudulently added to the text, with a single butterfly hovering above peonies to the reverse. Vase two depicts Otomo no Kuronushi, a high ranking courtier and poet, accusing Ono Komachi of plagiarism, chrysanthemums growing from behind a rock to the reverse, each vase further decorated to each side with native flora within fan shaped cartouches, the dense hardwood bodies (probably ironwood but possibly zitan) are each signed to the remaining side with a carved signature that reads Katao, above sumptuous gold seals also translating as Katao, a wonderfully scarce pair of vases with a delightful story attached to the subject matter, a rare addition to your Japanese works of art collection .
fig 1. Two dark rectangular hardwood vases featuring intricate gold and silver figural metalwork panels set on stepped bases.
fig 1. Japanese Hardwood Mixed Metal Vases - Katsuyoshi School

Provenance :

2020 Vision of an enlightened ruler - plate 2

Literature:

The artist Tsukahara Katao is recorded as a Shoami school artist ( Shoami Katsuyoshi) living and working in Tokyo in the late 19th century , see Wakayama Takeshi Kinko Jiten ( a dictionary of metalworkers ) Tokyo, Token Shunju Shinbunsha , 1999,  page 309.

fig 2. Two dark rectangular hardwood vases featuring intricate gold and silver figural metalwork panels set on stepped bases.
fig 2. Japanese Hardwood Mixed Metal Vases - Katsuyoshi School

Condition report :

The condition of these vases is great .

Approximate sizes:

Height : 5 5/8"  14.5 cm

Width:  2 1/8"     5.5 cm

Depth:  2.0"         5.0 cm

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Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item.
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art

ep 40

Date of Manufacture

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated these Japanese Hardwood Mixed Metal Vases to the 1890s.

Height
14.5cm (5.71")
Width
5.5cm (2.17")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Reference Numbers
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SA1115660
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Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
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Specialists in japanese works of art from the meiji period 1868-1912

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Two dark rectangular hardwood vases featuring intricate gold and silver figural metalwork panels set on stepped bases.
Japanese Hardwood Mixed Metal Vases - Katsuyoshi School
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  • ObjectVases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleMeiji Period Japanese
  • MaterialHardwood, Bronze, Gold, Silver, Shibuichi
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsFigural inlay, Scrolled feet, Cloud motifs, Geometric panels
  • SizeH 14.5 cm (6 in) x W 5.5 cm (2 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

Meiji period mixed metalwork developed during the late 19th century when traditional swordsmiths turned their forging and inlay skills toward decorative art objects for international exhibitions and collectors.

These pieces typically combine dense native hardwoods such as keyaki or mulberries with alloys like shakudo, shibuichi, bronze, gold, and silver applied through meticulous inlay and overlay techniques.

Authentic pieces exhibit exceptional metallurgical skill, precise flush-fitting inlays, signature patination techniques, and often bear artisan seals or school attributions associated with workshops like the Katsuyoshi school.

Position them as focal points on minimalist surfaces such as dark wood sideboards or open shelving where their intricate metallic details and rich textures can be fully appreciated.

Keep items out of direct sunlight, maintain stable relative humidity to prevent wood movement, and dust gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth without applying liquid cleaners or polishes.
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