Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this piece to the 1890s.
The technical execution surpasses the vast majority of export wares from this period. The decoration features the complex Moriage technique, where the surface is densely embellished with raised enamel "beading." This pearl-like detailing is applied with exceptional quality, testifying to the skill of the artisans. The figures of Scholars in a landscape are modelled in high relief, providing a sculptural depth that transforms the vases into works of fine art.
The colour palette is particularly notable for its sophistication. The combination of light green, dark green, and turquoise blue against a cream ground creates a very gentle, delicate colour scheme. This refined aesthetic ensures that the vases will complement and elevate any interior, from classical to contemporary.
As examples of high-grade Meiji craftsmanship become scarcer, vases of this size and condition profile represent a sound investment that will appreciate in value. They are an excellent acquisition for true connoisseurs of Asian art.
Dimensions and weight:
Vase 1: Height 47.5 cm, Width 25 cm, Depth 19 cm, Weight 2795 g.
Vase 2: Height 47.3 cm, Width 25 cm, Depth 19 cm, Weight 2677 g.
Condition:
Vase 1: Excellent antique condition. No chips, cracks, or restorations.
Vase 2: Excellent antique condition. A small, minor firing line (manufacturing origin) to the base.
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Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this piece to the 1890s.
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Important Pair of Monumental Japanese Meiji High-Relief Vases (47.5 cm), c. 1890
