A rare and impressive pair of Japanese Imari porcelain jardinieres, Meiji period, circa 1880. Each vessel is robustly potted in an elegant oval form and finely hand-painted in the classic Imari palette of underglaze cobalt blue and iron red. The sides are decorated with blossoming trees, garden fences, and stylized floral reserves, all executed with lively brushwork. The painting is entirely hand-done, characteristic of quality Imari wares from the late 19th century. Both jardinieres are unmarked, as is typical for large Meiji period Imari. Likely made in the Arita region, Saga province, Kyushu - the historic center of Japanese Imari porcelain since the 17th century. Finding a matching pair in such excellent antique condition is a true collector’s rarity.Condition:Excellent antique condition. No chips, cracks, or repairs.Dimensions:First vase: Weight 1513 g, height 12 cm, width 22 cm, depth 17 cmSecond vase: Weight 1485 g, height 12.5 cm, widt...