Large 19th century Japanese bronze vase,c1890. Good quality example well cast with lovely decorative panels on the both sides of the body and neck, featuring birds etc. It has great highly stylised handles and displays well. Overall condition is good with no obvious defects. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you would like to view the item or have any questions.

Price includes FREE UK delivery. Please contact me regarding international shipping.

Size: 30cm tall x 10cm diameter, weight 1.6kg.

Physical Dimensions

Height

30cm (11.81")

Width

10cm (3.94")

Depth

10cm (3.94")

Declaration

Curious Antiques has dated this Japanese Meiji Bronze Vase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

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SA860567

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Large 19th century Japanese bronze vase,c1890.

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Good quality example well cast with lovely decorative panels on the both sides of the body and neck, featuring birds etc.

Curious Antiques

It has great highly stylised handles and displays well. Overall condition is good with no obvious defects. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you would like to view the item or have any questions.

Price includes FREE UK delivery. Please contact me regarding international shipping.

Size: 30cm tall x 10cm diameter, weight 1.6kg.

Physical Dimensions

Height

30cm (11.81")

Width

10cm (3.94")

Depth

10cm (3.94")

Date of Manufacture

Curious Antiques has dated this Japanese Meiji Bronze Vase to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA860567

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A dark brown patinated Japanese bronze vase featuring stylised handles, a flared neck, and raised relief carvings of birds over waves.

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Meiji period bronze work, produced between 1868 and 1912, is characterized by advanced metal casting, intricate hand-chiselled relief work, and naturalistic subject matter such as birds, flora, and sea motifs. During this era, Japanese metalworkers adapted traditional sword-making craftsmanship into decorative art objects for domestic and export markets.

These vessels were typically crafted using lost-wax or sand casting methods with high-copper alloys. After casting, artisan craftspeople hand-carved surface details and applied chemical patination to achieve deep dark brown, reddish, or black tones.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit significant weight, crisp relief carving, and natural wear to the patinated surface. Look for hand-chased details, cast handles attached via traditional metal joinery, and occasionally artist marks or seals stamped near the base.

Position the vase as a standalone statement piece on a console, sideboard, or mantelpiece. The dark tone and structured silhouette contrast effectively against neutral walls, natural stone surfaces, or dark wood furniture.

Dust the surface regularly using a clean, soft, dry cloth or a soft-bristled brush to reach recessed relief carvings. Avoid chemical polishes, abrasive pads, and liquid cleaners, which strip the original patina; a light application of neutral microcrystalline wax can protect the metal finish.

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