Dragoncharger Antiques has dated these Japanese Cloisonne Palace Vases to the 1860s.
This is an independent date and photo anotation report compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.
Pair of rare and early Japanese cloisonne enamel vases, dating to Edo Period.
Central decoration (on both sides) with Ho-o Birds in the clouds (of the heavens). Vivid greens, blues, reds and yellow multi-coloured enamel work typical of period and style. High-quality cloisonné for the era, with skilled brass wire work and multi- coloured enamels. Body fully decorated with patterns of Karakusa flowers and geometrical patterns. Substantial use of wires, both decorative and functional in anchoring the enamel in early Japanese cloisonne work. Fine wire work and enamelling technique of the period.
Attributed to Kaji Tsunekichi (1803–83), (19th century). Comprising very fine brass wire cloisonne construction technique, decorated with vivid and various coloured enamels, geometric patterns, stylised flowers and grass foliage - typical of Kaji works.
Condition: Some repair work. Notably around lower part of one handle, and some body work. Very good for age for early and extremely large cloisonne pieces.
Dimensions: (approx)
Height = 92cm
Diameter = 38cm
Width = 50cm (across handles)
In the 1830s, Kaji Tsunekichi of Nagoya obtained a piece of Cloisonné enamel and deconstructed it in order to examine how it had been made. He then reworked the piece to produce a small dish with wired enamel decoration. By the 1850s he had opened a workshop, taken on students and was appointed as the official maker of Cloisonné in the Owari Province.
The Ho-o bird, also known as Houou, is a mythical creature from East Asian folklore, primarily found in Asian mythology, and is often associated with the phoenix. Known in English as the hoho bird, is the Japanese pronunciation of the more common name, Fenghuang, a bird from East Asian mythology with similarities to the phoenix. It's a symbol of good fortune, longevity, fidelity, and wisdom, often depicted as an amalgamation of various birds like the phoenix, pheasant, stork, heron, and bird of paradise. The Ho-o bird is also a prominent decorative element in Asian art, particularly on cloisonne enamel work, ceramics, woodwork, and furniture.
Dragoncharger Antiques has dated these Japanese Cloisonne Palace Vases to the 1860s.
This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.
Specialising in early japanese cloisonne, edo enamel artisan period.
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Huge Pair of Cloisonne Enamel Palace Vases. 91cm. Edo Period. Ho-o Bird / Phoenix. Circa 1860.
