Imposing Large-scale Mid C19th Japanese Porcelain Vase and Cover in the Imari Palette .

Imposing large-scale mid C19th Japanese porcelain vase and cover in the Imari palette .

Beautifully painted Japanese vase decorated in the traditional colbalt blues and iron reds of the Imari style. The gently ribbed tapering ovoid body decorated with broad sweeps of trees and exotic birds within landscapes , with alternate vignette panels with table-scapes of flowers in bowls . The lower base section with a continuous lappet design and peony flower-heads

The domed cover with corresponding decoration and surmounted with a crouching fiercely posed mythical lion-dog or Shishi .

In excellent original condition with no damage or repairs.

A highly decorative statement vase of grand scale and proportion.

H 36”

W 18”

D 18”

Japan c. 1860

Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .

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Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .

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Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.