A Pair of Japanese Imari Vases

Name: A Pair of Japanese Imari Vases
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1116159
Availability: SoldOut

1900 - 1920

Sold by Wilsford Antiques

Description

This beautiful pair of Imari vases, hand-decorated with flowers and abstract patterns, was made in Japan around 1900 AD. This lovely and rare piece of antique porcelain decoration will light up any room, whether adorned with a bouquet of flowers or displayed on its.

Imari wares have been produced in Japan since the 17 century and have been exported to Europe and the US in varying quantities ever. The colorful decorations, often featuring blue, red, and gold as the main colors, have made them popular and sought for centuries. It is easy to see why when looking at this vase.

Dating Imari can be challenging, as most pieces are unmarked. However, the porcelain characteristics and decoration style often provide clues to their likely age. This piece was probably made during the Meiji Period, from 1868 to 1912.

The vase is in good condition, with no chips or cracks. It has some of the firing flaws that are common in porcelain of this age.

Size:

H: 24 cm

W:13 cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

24cm (9.45")

Width

13cm (5.12")

Depth

13cm (5.12")

Declaration

Wilsford Antiques has dated this piece to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1116159

Dealers Internal Reference

R-0142

Description

This beautiful pair of Imari vases, hand-decorated with flowers and abstract patterns, was made in Japan around 1900 AD.

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This lovely and rare piece of antique porcelain decoration will light up any room, whether adorned with a bouquet of flowers or displayed on its.

Wilsford Antiques

fig 1. A PAIR OF JAPANESE IMARI VASES — fig 1. A Pair of Japanese Imari Vases

Imari wares have been produced in Japan since the 17 century and have been exported to Europe and the US in varying quantities ever. The colorful decorations, often featuring blue, red, and gold as the main colors, have made them popular and sought for centuries. It is easy to see why when looking at this vase.

fig 2. A PAIR OF JAPANESE IMARI VASES — fig 2. A Pair of Japanese Imari Vases

Dating Imari can be challenging, as most pieces are unmarked. However, the porcelain characteristics and decoration style often provide clues to their likely age. This piece was probably made during the Meiji Period, from 1868 to 1912.

The vase is in good condition, with no chips or cracks. It has some of the firing flaws that are common in porcelain of this age.

Size:

H: 24 cm

W:13 cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

24cm (9.45")

Width

13cm (5.12")

Depth

13cm (5.12")

Date of Manufacture