What is a Meiji period urn?

A Meiji period urn is a bronze decorative vessel produced in Japan between 1868 and 1912. These pieces often feature sculptural relief work depicting birds and floral scenes. Craftsmen created them using traditional casting and metalworking techniques that gained popularity during the late nineteenth century.

How were bronze vases used?

These bronze vessels functioned primarily as decorative items within Victorian interiors. Owners displayed them on mantelpieces, tables, or pedestals as focal points. Larger variations served as jardinieres and planters for substantial floral arrangements or indoor plants.

What is mixed metal inlay?

Mixed metal inlay involves embedding contrasting metals like gold and silver into a bronze surface. This technique highlights specific details within a raised design. Artisans utilised this method to create colourful accents on bird and blossom motifs.

How do I style an urn?

Bronze urns and vases suit traditional and contemporary interiors as sculptural accent pieces. Placing a pair on a sideboard or console table balances the composition. Their dark patinated surfaces complement wooden furniture and neutral architectural backdrops.

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A Japanese bird relief urn brings sculptural metalwork and intricate avian detail into any interior.

19th century

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Antique Large 17" Fine Quality Japanese Oriental Bronze Urn Vase Meiji Period 19th Century

From Prior and Willis

£836

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Antique Decorative Posy Vase, Japanese, Bronze, Meiji Period, Urn, Victorian

1900 - 1920

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Antique Decorative Posy Vase, Japanese, Bronze, Meiji Period, Urn, Victorian

From London Fine Antiques

£2,250

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19th century

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Antique Large Fine Quality Oriental Japanese 19th Century Bronze Jardinière Planter Meiji Period

From Prior and Willis

£906

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Antique Large Quality Oriental Japanese Bronze Jardinière Planter Meiji Period

1900 - 1920

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Antique Large Quality Oriental Japanese Bronze Jardinière Planter Meiji Period

From Prior and Willis

£906

3+ MONTHS AGO

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19th century

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Antique Fine Quality Very Large Pair of Japanese Bronze Vases 19th Century Meiji Period

From Prior and Willis

£2,096

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Very Large Pair of Presentation Japanese Bronze Vases Dated 1903 Meiji Period

1900 - 1920

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Very Large Pair of Presentation Japanese Bronze Vases Dated 1903 Meiji Period

From Prior and Willis

£1,396

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Very Large Pair of Japanese Bronze Vases Meiji Period

19th century

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Very Large Pair of Japanese Bronze Vases Meiji Period

From Prior and Willis

£2,796

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1900 - 1920

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Very Large Pair of Japanese Bronze Vases Meiji Period

From Prior and Willis

£1,256

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1900 - 1920

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Very Large Pair of Japanese Bronze Vases Meiji Period

From Prior and Willis

£1,256

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Oriental Japanese Bronze Jardinière Meiji Period

19th century

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Oriental Japanese Bronze Jardinière Meiji Period

From Prior and Willis

£1,746

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Current listings span the Victorian era, the Meiji period, and the early twentieth century up to 1910, executed entirely in bronze, copper, and precious metal alloys.

19th century

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Large Japanese Bronze Vase ,C1890

From Curious Antiques

£395

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Antique Decorative Vase, Japanese, Bronze, Meiji Period, Late 19th, Circa 1900

1900 - 1920

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Antique Decorative Vase, Japanese, Bronze, Meiji Period, Late 19th, Circa 1900

From London Fine Antiques

£1,695

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Japanese Bird Relief Urn

Antique Large 17" Fine Quality Japanese Oriental Bronze Urn Vase Meiji Period 19th Century

Antique Decorative Posy Vase, Japanese, Bronze, Meiji Period, Urn, Victorian

Antique Large Fine Quality Oriental Japanese 19th Century Bronze Jardinière Planter Meiji Period

Antique Large Quality Oriental Japanese Bronze Jardinière Planter Meiji Period

Antique Fine Quality Very Large Pair of Japanese Bronze Vases 19th Century Meiji Period

Very Large Pair of Presentation Japanese Bronze Vases Dated 1903 Meiji Period

Very Large Pair of Japanese Bronze Vases Meiji Period

Very Large Pair of Japanese Bronze Vases Meiji Period

Very Large Pair of Japanese Bronze Vases Meiji Period

Oriental Japanese Bronze Jardinière Meiji Period

Large Japanese Bronze Vase ,C1890

Antique Decorative Vase, Japanese, Bronze, Meiji Period, Late 19th, Circa 1900

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