Search 0
23,864  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 55 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS
Sorted by
Per page
DEALER LOGIN
Selling Antiques Logo
0
Saved
55 ITEMS ADDED TODAY
Home
Return
Dealer Login
500+ Shops
Dealers
Newly Added
0
Saved
Sort Order
Items Per Page
sellingantiques.co.uk
Browse Categories
Sort order
Relevant Links
Items per page
ID #SA929277
FOR SALE
£2,250
Email
Save
Very Large Pair (38 Inch) Japanese Floor Vases
John Howkins Antiques
for sale €2,633     $2,858
£2,250

John Howkins Antiques

Sellingantiques Verified Since Sep 2010
Browse dealers 472 items
Relevant Links
Id #SA929277
PDF SHARE
SAVE

Very Large Pair (38 Inch) Japanese Floor Vases

1900 - 1920
Description

A very large and impressive pair of Japanese Imari floor vases. The good quality hand painted decoration featuring scenes of a blindfolded Japanese woman possibly about to be executed by a Samurai sword with onlookers in traditional Japanese dress amongst flowering cherry blossom trees. The vases have very good gilded highlights with ringed necks and scalloped edge tops. The bases have 4 signed character marks beneath. Condition- very good with 1 chip to the scalloped edge on one vase (see last photo). Dimensions:- Height…38.25''/ 97cm. Diameter…14.5''/ 37cm. Delivery to most of U.K. mainland £65.

Physical Dimensions
Height
97cm (38.19")
Width
37cm (14.57")
Depth
37cm (14.57")
Declaration

John Howkins Antiques has dated these Japanese Porcelain Floor Vases to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA929277
Dealers Internal Reference
24094
Dealers Notes

ALL TRADE ENQUIRIES WELCOME.

Viewing by appointment.

Delivery.

We will gladly provide a quote for delivery to any U.K Mainland address and we offer a full 7 day money back guarantee if you are unhappy with your purchase. (Less the delivery cost)

Payment.

We accept payment by cheque or bank transfer.

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you require any further information on this item on 07770 311611.

Description
A very large and impressive pair of Japanese Imari floor vases. The good quality hand painted decoration featuring scenes of a blindfolded Japanese woman possibly about to be executed by a Samurai sword with onlookers in traditional Japanese dress amongst flowering cherry blossom trees. The vases have very good gilded highlights with ringed necks and scalloped edge tops. The bases have 4 signed character marks beneath. Condition- very good with 1 chip to the scalloped edge on one vase (see last photo). Dimensions:- Height…38.25''/ 97cm. Diameter…14.5''/ 37cm. Delivery to most of U.K. mainland £65.
Height
97cm (38.19")
Width
37cm (14.57")
Depth
37cm (14.57")
Date of Manufacture

John Howkins Antiques has dated these Japanese Porcelain Floor Vases to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA929277
Dealers Internal Ref
24094
John Howkins Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the John Howkins Antiques Profile Page

PDF SHARE
SAVE
A pair of Japanese porcelain floor vases featuring flared scalloped rims, terracotta borders, and hand-painted scenes of figures among flowering trees.
1 / 7
Archive I A pair of Japanese porcelain floor vases featuring flared scalloped rims, terracotta borders, and hand-painted scenes of figures among flowering trees.

Very Large Pair (38 Inch) Japanese Floor Vases

Archive II A pair of Japanese porcelain floor vases featuring flared scalloped rims, terracotta borders, and hand-painted scenes of figures among flowering trees. View II
Archive III A pair of Japanese porcelain floor vases featuring flared scalloped rims, terracotta borders, and hand-painted scenes of figures among flowering trees. View III
Archive IV A pair of Japanese porcelain floor vases featuring flared scalloped rims, terracotta borders, and hand-painted scenes of figures among flowering trees. View IV
Archive V A pair of Japanese porcelain floor vases featuring flared scalloped rims, terracotta borders, and hand-painted scenes of figures among flowering trees. View V
Archive VI A pair of Japanese porcelain floor vases featuring flared scalloped rims, terracotta borders, and hand-painted scenes of figures among flowering trees. View VI
Archive VII A pair of Japanese porcelain floor vases featuring flared scalloped rims, terracotta borders, and hand-painted scenes of figures among flowering trees. View VII
Enlarged Archival View

John Howkins Antiques
Telephone 01508 498335 or 07770 311 611
Location
The Grange
Hempnall Green
Norfolk
NR15 2NR
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jhowkins
Verified Since Sep 2010
Items For Sale 472
Items Sold 3,814
John Howkins Antiques
Verified Since Sep 2010
View Dealer Info
Location: The Grange, Hempnall Green, Norfolk, NR15 2NR, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/jhowkins
Verified
Sep 2010
For Sale
472
Sold
3,814
A pair of Japanese porcelain floor vases featuring flared scalloped rims, terracotta borders, and hand-painted scenes of figures among flowering trees.
Very Large Pair (38 Inch) Japanese Floor Vases
Ref: SA929277
A pair of Japanese porcelain floor vases featuring flared scalloped rims, terracotta borders, and hand-painted scenes of figures among flowering trees.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Detail View 5
Detail View 6
Archival Detail

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

FAQs

Japanese export porcelain floor vases, particularly those produced during the Meiji period (18681912), are recognized by their substantial proportions, intricate hand-painted enamelling, and rich decorative schemes. Works frequently display figurative scenes, native flora, and gilding over crackle glazes or white porcelain bodies.

These vessels were crafted using kaolin clay bodies formed on potters wheels or in sections for larger scales. Decoration was achieved using overglaze polychrome enamels, mineral pigments, iron-red glazes, and painted liquid gold leaf details applied before final firing.

Authentic period pieces show evidence of hand-painting through slight asymmetrical details, brushwork variance, and depth of enamel texture. Stamped or hand-painted potter signatures in iron-red or gilt on the base, along with gentle wear patterns on unglazed foot rims, indicate historical production.

Large ceramic vases work well when positioned as architectural anchors in foyers, empty room corners, or alongside mantelpieces. Their distinct colour palettes and vertical scale provide contrast when placed against neutral wall treatments or minimalist contemporary furnishings.

Maintain porcelain vessels by dusting regularly with a clean, dry, soft-bristled brush or microfiber cloth. Avoid applying water or chemical cleaners over hand-painted enamels and gilded surfaces, as moisture can compromise delicate overglaze details.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Movements
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Freshness
Online Payments
Categories