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Magnificent Japanese Meiji (Late 19thc) Bronze Vase with Silver & Gold Inlay of Mt Fuji & Cranes, Signed
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Magnificent Japanese Meiji (Late 19thc) Bronze Vase with Silver & Gold Inlay of Mt Fuji & Cranes, Signed

19th century
Sold 28 February 2025 · Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
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Beautiful Japanese Meiji (late 19thC) bronze vase with silver & gold inlay of Mt Fuji & cranes, signed. Height 24cm, diameter ca 20cm (widest point), weight 2.5kg.

Small dent in back (see photo), but otherwise excellent.

Mount Fuji is a national symbol of Japan and represents the country's natural beauty, strength and endurance and is often depicted in artworks, poetry and literature. In Japan, the crane, or tsuru, is a national treasure and is considered the bird of happiness. It is depicted in art, literature, and mythology as a symbol of good luck and longevity because it is said to live 1,000 years.

Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this Japanese Meiji Bronze Vase to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
24cm (9.45")
Width
20cm (7.87")
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SA1098064
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AD661/24
Description
Beautiful Japanese Meiji (late 19thC) bronze vase with silver & gold inlay of Mt Fuji & cranes, signed. Height 24cm, diameter ca 20cm (widest point), weight 2.5kg.

Small dent in back (see photo), but otherwise excellent.

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Mount Fuji is a national symbol of Japan and represents the country's natural beauty, strength and endurance and is often depicted in artworks, poetry and literature.
Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

In Japan, the crane, or tsuru, is a national treasure and is considered the bird of happiness. It is depicted in art, literature, and mythology as a symbol of good luck and longevity because it is said to live 1,000 years.

Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this Japanese Meiji Bronze Vase to the 19th Century.

Height
24cm (9.45")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Reference Numbers
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SA1098064
Dealers Internal Ref
AD661/24
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Archive I A bulbous Japanese Meiji period bronze vase featuring inlaid silver and gold depictions of Mount Fuji and flying cranes against a warm brown patina. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Magnificent Japanese Meiji (Late 19thc) Bronze Vase with Silver & Gold Inlay of Mt Fuji & Cranes, Signed

Archive II A bulbous Japanese Meiji period bronze vase featuring inlaid silver and gold depictions of Mount Fuji and flying cranes against a warm brown patina. View II
Archive III A bulbous Japanese Meiji period bronze vase featuring inlaid silver and gold depictions of Mount Fuji and flying cranes against a warm brown patina. View III
Archive IV A bulbous Japanese Meiji period bronze vase featuring inlaid silver and gold depictions of Mount Fuji and flying cranes against a warm brown patina. View IV
Archive V A bulbous Japanese Meiji period bronze vase featuring inlaid silver and gold depictions of Mount Fuji and flying cranes against a warm brown patina. View V
Archive VI A bulbous Japanese Meiji period bronze vase featuring inlaid silver and gold depictions of Mount Fuji and flying cranes against a warm brown patina. View VI
Archive VII A bulbous Japanese Meiji period bronze vase featuring inlaid silver and gold depictions of Mount Fuji and flying cranes against a warm brown patina. View VII
Archive VIII A bulbous Japanese Meiji period bronze vase featuring inlaid silver and gold depictions of Mount Fuji and flying cranes against a warm brown patina. View VIII
Archive IX A bulbous Japanese Meiji period bronze vase featuring inlaid silver and gold depictions of Mount Fuji and flying cranes against a warm brown patina. View IX
Archive X A bulbous Japanese Meiji period bronze vase featuring inlaid silver and gold depictions of Mount Fuji and flying cranes against a warm brown patina. View X
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A bulbous Japanese Meiji period bronze vase featuring inlaid silver and gold depictions of Mount Fuji and flying cranes against a warm brown patina.
Magnificent Japanese Meiji (late 19thC) bronze vase with silver & gold inlay of Mt Fuji & cranes, signed
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A bulbous Japanese Meiji period bronze vase featuring inlaid silver and gold depictions of Mount Fuji and flying cranes against a warm brown patina.
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  • ObjectDecorative Vases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleMeiji Period
  • MaterialBronze, Silver, Gold
  • ColourBronze Brown
  • MotifsMount Fuji landscape, Flying cranes, Metal inlay, Narrow neck
  • SizeH 24 cm (9 in) x W 20 cm (8 in)

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The Meiji period spans from 1868 to 1912, marking an era when Japanese metalworkers achieved unprecedented technical mastery in bronze casting and inlay techniques, often catering to international exhibitions.

These vessels are typically crafted from custom bronze alloys, incorporating specialized patination processes and intricate nunome-zogan inlay using precious metals such as gold and silver.

Authentic pieces generally feature hand-chiselled surface details, natural patinas consistent with age, and artist signatures or foundry marks often carved or cast into the base.

Placing the vessel on a plain surface such as a mantelpiece or side table allows the metallic tones and fine inlay details to serve as a focal point without visual competition.

Preservation requires maintaining a stable indoor humidity, avoiding chemical cleaners or polishes that strip the historic patina, and gently dusting with a dry microfiber cloth.
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