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Superb C. 1900 Antique Japanese Meiji Period Porcelain Figural Vase Brush Pot
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Superb C. 1900 Antique Japanese Meiji Period Porcelain Figural Vase Brush Pot

1900 - 1920
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Superb c. 1900 Antique Japanese Meiji Period Porcelain Figural Vase Brush Pot

Brief Description:

This is a striking, original Japanese Porcelain Figural Vase/Brush Pot from the Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912).

The intricately decorated piece is embellished with vibrant colours.

It has a protruding family of five adorable figures surrounding the vase.

It is an unusual piece that displays well.

Attributes:

Japanese

Meiji Period

Circa: 1890-1900

Condition:

Very good original condition, other than the normal small areas of gilt loss due to rubbing.

Overall Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

Height: 8'' | 20.3 cm

Width: 6.9'' | 17.5 cm

Depth: 5.4'' | 13.7 cm

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Physical Dimensions
Height
20.3cm (7.99")
Width
17.5cm (6.89")
Depth
13.7cm (5.39")
Declaration

Artsonline has dated this Meiji Period Porcelain Brush Pot to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1148360
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Description
Superb c. 1900 Antique Japanese Meiji Period Porcelain Figural Vase Brush Pot

Brief Description:

“
This is a striking, original Japanese Porcelain Figural Vase/Brush Pot from the Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912).
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fig 1. An ornate Japanese Meiji period porcelain brush pot featuring sculpted figural characters, intricate enamel patterns, and heavy gold gilt detailing.
fig 1. Superb C. 1900 Antique Japanese Meiji Period Porcelain Figural Vase Brush Pot

The intricately decorated piece is embellished with vibrant colours.

It has a protruding family of five adorable figures surrounding the vase.

It is an unusual piece that displays well.

Attributes:

Japanese

fig 2. An ornate Japanese Meiji period porcelain brush pot featuring sculpted figural characters, intricate enamel patterns, and heavy gold gilt detailing.
fig 2. Superb C. 1900 Antique Japanese Meiji Period Porcelain Figural Vase Brush Pot

Meiji Period

Circa: 1890-1900

Condition:

Very good original condition, other than the normal small areas of gilt loss due to rubbing.

Overall Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

Height: 8'' | 20.3 cm

Width: 6.9'' | 17.5 cm

fig 3. An ornate Japanese Meiji period porcelain brush pot featuring sculpted figural characters, intricate enamel patterns, and heavy gold gilt detailing.
fig 3. Superb C. 1900 Antique Japanese Meiji Period Porcelain Figural Vase Brush Pot

Depth: 5.4'' | 13.7 cm

^^ Fast & Free UK Delivery Included^^

A Certificate of Authenticity (COA) will be provided by artsonline with this piece*

Delivery

Artsonline UK ships worldwide daily, using only fully insured, priority, and fully tracked delivery services.

fig 4. An ornate Japanese Meiji period porcelain brush pot featuring sculpted figural characters, intricate enamel patterns, and heavy gold gilt detailing.
fig 4. Superb C. 1900 Antique Japanese Meiji Period Porcelain Figural Vase Brush Pot

Great care and much time are taken over the safe transportation of the Fine Art and Antique pieces that we sell.

We pack extremely carefully, so you can rest assured that your piece will arrive with you in perfect condition.

fig 5. An ornate Japanese Meiji period porcelain brush pot featuring sculpted figural characters, intricate enamel patterns, and heavy gold gilt detailing.
fig 5. Superb C. 1900 Antique Japanese Meiji Period Porcelain Figural Vase Brush Pot

For larger paintings, antique furniture pieces, and fragile items that can not be sent via the normal postal services, we use professional door-to-door delivery providers, who will always strive to deliver your piece promptly, within approx. 7-14 working days.

fig 6. An ornate Japanese Meiji period porcelain brush pot featuring sculpted figural characters, intricate enamel patterns, and heavy gold gilt detailing.
fig 6. Superb C. 1900 Antique Japanese Meiji Period Porcelain Figural Vase Brush Pot

Returns Policy

Artsonline provides a genuine no-quibble 14-day money-back refund policy

(excluding the cost of Postage and Packaging).

Pay Securely - Telephone orders welcome

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Height
20.3cm (7.99")
Width
17.5cm (6.89")
Depth
13.7cm (5.39")
Date of Manufacture

Artsonline has dated this Meiji Period Porcelain Brush Pot to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1148360
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An ornate Japanese Meiji period porcelain brush pot featuring sculpted figural characters, intricate enamel patterns, and heavy gold gilt detailing.
Superb c. 1900 Antique Japanese Meiji Period Porcelain Figural Vase Brush Pot
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBrush Pot
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleJapanese Meiji Period
  • MaterialPorcelain, Gold Gilt, Enamel
  • ColourMulticoloured
  • MotifsFigural relief sculptures, Gilt scrollwork, Floral enamel patterns
  • SizeH 20.3 cm (8 in) x W 17.5 cm (7 in) x D 13.7 cm (5 in)

FAQs

Meiji period porcelain refers to ceramics produced in Japan during the reign of Emperor Meiji from 1868 to 1912, a time marked by immense artistic innovation and the opening of trade with the West.

These items typically employ high-fired porcelain or earthenware bodies decorated with detailed overglaze enamels, intricate hand-painting, and extensive gilt detailing using gold leaf or powdered gold.

Authentic pieces are identified through characteristics such as hand-painted brushwork, specific maker marks or signatures on the base, crazing in the glaze, and the weight and texture of the ceramic body consistent with late 19th-century production.

Such an object functions well as a focal point on a mantelpiece, bookshelf, or side table, bringing historical depth, intricate colour, and textural contrast to contemporary minimalist or eclectic spaces.

Keep porcelain out of direct sunlight to prevent enamel fading, dust gently with a soft dry cloth, and avoid using chemical cleaners or immersing items with delicate gilt surfaces in water.
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