Outstanding quality large antique Japanese bronze vase, having a quality large antique Japanese bronze shaped vase, decorated highly to the centre with fantastic raised decoration with birds, flowers, leaves and branches, having a fluted shaped neck terminating into a circular shaped rim, standing on a circular shaped base.

Physical Dimensions

Height

46cm (18.11")

Width

20cm (7.87")

Depth

20cm (7.87")

Declaration

Unique Antiques by Emma Jade has dated this Japanese Meiji Bronze Vase to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1232494

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Description

Physical Dimensions

Height

46cm (18.11")

Width

20cm (7.87")

Depth

20cm (7.87")

Date of Manufacture

Unique Antiques by Emma Jade has dated this Japanese Meiji Bronze Vase to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1232494

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A tall dark brown patinated bronze baluster vase featuring detailed high-relief carvings of birds perched on blossoming branches.

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Japanese bronze vases from the Meiji period (18681912) represent a golden age of Japanese metalwork, characterised by advanced casting techniques and intricate relief work. During this era, metalworkers transitioned from crafting samurai armour and swords to creating fine decorative art objects for domestic and export markets.

These vessels were typically crafted using lost-wax casting (cire perdue) techniques, allowing for detailed high-relief depictions of nature, flora, and fauna. Following casting, artists applied hand-chiselled detailing and chemical patination to achieve deep brown, reddish, or dark tones.

Authentic late 19th-century Japanese bronze vessels often exhibit significant weight due to heavy metal casting, finely detailed relief carvings with crisp hand-chasing, and natural patina wear in recesses. Many authentic pieces also bear maker marks or signatures cast or incised onto the base.

A dark patinated bronze vase serves as an impactful sculptural focal point on a wooden sideboard, console table, or fireplace mantel. Pairing its dark metallic tones with natural stone, light walls, or minimalist surroundings highlights the detailed relief work and adds textural depth to a room.

Dust the bronze regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth or a soft-bristled brush to clear intricate relief details. Avoid using harsh chemical cleaners, polished metal treatments, or water, as these can strip the original historical patina; a light application of microcrystalline wax can be applied periodically to preserve the finish.

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