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Kyoto Stoneware Dragon and Eagle Vase, Japan, Meiji Period.
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Kyoto Stoneware Dragon and Eagle Vase, Japan, Meiji Period.

19th century
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A large Kyoto enamelled stoneware Eagle and Dragon vase, Japan, Meiji Period. The substantial vase, vigorously enamelled with a dramatic scene of an eagle flying before clouds, above a sinuous dragon, emerging from the sea, amongst crashing waves.

The shoulder of the vase with a band of lappets, decorated with various stylised textile motif.

Height – 44 cm, 17 3/8”.

Diameter – 31 cm, 12 1/4”.

Condition – Small chip to footrim. No restoration.

Physical Dimensions
Height
44cm (17.32")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
31cm (12.20")
Declaration

Philip Carrol Antiques has dated this Japanese Meiji Stoneware Vase to the 19th Century.

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SA1198921
Description
A large Kyoto enamelled stoneware Eagle and Dragon vase, Japan, Meiji Period.
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The substantial vase, vigorously enamelled with a dramatic scene of an eagle flying before clouds, above a sinuous dragon, emerging from the sea, amongst crashing waves.
Philip Carrol Antiques

The shoulder of the vase with a band of lappets, decorated with various stylised textile motif.

Height – 44 cm, 17 3/8”.

Diameter – 31 cm, 12 1/4”.

Condition – Small chip to footrim. No restoration.

Height
44cm (17.32")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
31cm (12.20")
Date of Manufacture

Philip Carrol Antiques has dated this Japanese Meiji Stoneware Vase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1198921
Philip Carrol Antiques
Philip Carrol Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2017

Philip carrol antiques was established in 1983

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A Japanese Meiji period stoneware vase featuring detailed polychrome enamel relief of an eagle and a dragon amongst clouds.
Kyoto stoneware Dragon and Eagle vase, Japan, Meiji Period.
Ref: SA1198921
A Japanese Meiji period stoneware vase featuring detailed polychrome enamel relief of an eagle and a dragon amongst clouds.
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Kyoto stoneware produced during the Meiji period (18681912) is recognised for its complex enamelling, heavy gilding, and raised relief work. Artisans frequently depicted mythical creatures, birds of prey, and floral landscapes to appeal to both domestic collectors and the expanding Western export market.

These vessels were formed from dense stoneware clay and decorated using polychrome overglaze enamels. Craftsmen applied a technique known as moriage to create three-dimensional raised slip outlines, finished with detailed paintwork and burnished gold accents before firing.

Authentic pieces display precise hand-painted detail, natural age-related crazing in the glaze, and wear to exposed foot rims. Look for crisp slip relief, multi-layered enamel depth, and period-appropriate maker marks or signatures impressed or painted on the base.

A substantial Kyoto stoneware vase functions effectively as a focal point on a credenza, mantlepiece, or central dining surface. Placing the piece against a neutral background allows the detailed polychrome enamelling and relief work to stand out without competing with surrounding decor.

Dust the surface regularly with a dry, soft-bristled brush to clear intricate relief areas without snagging. Avoid liquid cleaners, immersion in water, or harsh chemical detergents, as these can lift fragile gilding and damage vintage overglaze enamels.
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