Large Japanese Bronze Multi Patinated Dragon Vase

1900 - 1920

Sold by Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art

Description

As part of our oriental collection we are delighted to offer , the vase is cast in high relief and then multi patinated in gold , silver and other alloys to give the dramatic decorative finish that has been achieved, it has been decorated with numerous bands of formal and floral decoration including a central geometric band of lappets depicting gilded opposing Phoenix (Ho-Ho Birds) , understandably the stand out feature of this vase is the multi patinated three clawed Dragon coiled around the vase in high relief on a backdrop of finely chiselled silver waves, the shoulders are further decorated with a band of mythical gold eyed creatures amidst swirling smoke and beneath a more traditional gilded Greek key rim, this vase carries a very unusual Chinese pseudo Ming signature seal, this leads us to suspect that it may have been made in Taiwan under Japanese occupation after 1895 , and influenced by the Chinese market tastes.

The condition is waxed and ready for immediate use.

Approximate sizes:

Height: 14.5" 37 cm

Diameter: 10" 25.5 cm

Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item.

Physical Dimensions

Height

37cm (14.57")

Width

25cm (9.84")

Depth

25cm (9.84")

Declaration

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA437886

Dealers Notes

Available during usual business hours 7 days a week by prior appointment only.

Available out of hours for general enquiries : sales@stagsheadantiques.com or steve@steveslyjapaneseart.com

Tel 07774-635918

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