Japanese Metalwork

Japanese bronze vase with artist sign, used to decorate single flower arrangement in Japanese traditional tea ceremony. Artist signature is on the last photo. Age: Japan, Showa Pe...

A magnificent Japanese cloisonne enamel Vase. Signed. Meiji period of tapering form with everted neck, decorated in various coloured enamels with two cranes in flight above the cra...

A large antique Japanese Meiji period, 1868 to 1912, cloisonne enamel metal charger plate depicting a multicolored picture of vines and grapes with...

This compact Japanese bronze vase charms with its classic silhouette and richly mottled patina in warm reddish-brown tones. The subtle variations in the surface evoke the organic bea...

A brush pot from the Meiji imperial period. This is a beautiful brush vase-pot created in the Imperial Japan during the early Meiji period (1868-1912), circa 1890. The fabulous roun...

19th century Meiji Period diminutive bronze vase with lovely etched and applied decoration. A raised gilt bird is shown flying above etched bamboo on one side, gilt applied lilies wi...

On offer is a rare articulate spiny lobster (Ise-Ebi) in pure silver made by Myochin Hiroyoshi in the late Meiji Period circa 1890-1900s. As an ornamental display item, this type of ...

Japanese bronze mirror with stand. Age: Japan, Showa Period, Early 20th Century Size excluding stand: Diameter 15 C.M. / Height 24.7 C.M. Height including stand: 39.7 C.M. Condition...

A pair of well cast and dramatic Japanese parcel gilt bronze dragon vases, Edo period, early 19th century. The heavy bronze vases of pear shape, each with a single writhing dragon cast in high relief...

Japanese Bronze Two Handle Koro, early 20th century, with salamander form handles and exotic bird decorated body, on four mythical beast formed feet, the base drilled. 8" H x 12" W x...

Japanese bronze vase. Age: Japan, Showa Period, Early 20th century Size: Height 40.2 C.M. / Width 27.5 C.M. Condition: Nice condition overall.

Japanese bronze vase with artist sign, used to decorate single flower arrangement in Japanese traditional tea ceremony. Artist signature is on the last photo. Age: Japan, Showa Pe...

An antique Japanese, late Meiji era, covered enamel over brass jewelry or trinket box. The body of the ware is enameled with floral and foliage motifs made in the Cloisonne technique...

Meiji Masterpiece attributed to Ando Jubei: A Maroon Cloisonné Vase with Dragons Phoenix, circa 1895 This monumental Meiji period Japanese cloisonné vase, attributed to the es...

A large and stylish antique Japanese Meiji bronze lidded twin handle urn standing on a rounded plinth base with tongue and grotesque head formed legs with dragon handles and a flat c...

A large antique Japanese late Meiji era covered Totai enamel on porcelain ginger jar. Circa: late 19th century to early 20th century. The ware is enameled with a polychrome fan shaped medallions with blossoming flowers, and butterflies, surrounded by floral and butterfly wings patterns made in the Cloisonne technique. The cover of the ware is decorated with a polychrome image of a flower surrounded by floral, foliage, and butterfly wings made in the same technique. The neck, the base, and the lid are adorned with polychrome geometrical, and floral motifs made in the same technique. Signed with red ink hieroglyphs, on the bottom. Totai Shippo is the name given to Japanese cloisonne on ceramics, both on earthenwares and on porcelain. It has a similar appearance to metallic cloisonne ware...

A fine antique Japanese cloisonne enamel cabinet vase. With polychrome enamel on a brass base. Decorated with an enameled tree branches with blue & purple wisteria blossoms on a ...

Japanese tripod Koro from the Meiji Period (1868-1912). This is a rare and beautiful antique koro censer, created in the imperial Japan during the Meiji period (1868-1912), circa 1900. It was carefully crafted in solid bronze and copper with silver wires and embellished with applications of polychromatic Cloisonné enamels and aventurine. The designs depict organics and natural motifs such mythological animals and flowers. The Chrysanthemum Symbol In Imperial Japan, the chrysanthemum (Kiku) was a potent symbol of the imperial family and the emperor himself, representing longevity, royalty, and divine power. The 16-petaled chrysanthemum is the Imperial Seal and crest, found on passports, coins, and the Chrysanthemum Throne. This association dates back to the Kamakura period (1185–1333), particularly with Emperor Go-Toba's fondness for the flower, establishing its link to imperial authority and lineage. The connection between the chrysanthemum and the imperial family began when Emperor Go-Toba adopted it as a personal emblem, aligning it with the strength and refinement of the emperor's rule. During the Meiji Period, the 16-petaled chrysanthemum crest, solidifying the association with the imperial family, was established during this time. The Meiji Imperial Period This is an era of Japanese history that extended from October 23, 1868 to July 30, 1912.The Meiji era was the first half of the Empire of Japan, when the Japanese people moved from being an isolated feudal society at risk of colonization by Western powers to the new paradigm of a modern, industrialized nation state and emergent great power, influenced by Western scientific, technological, philosophical, political, legal, and aesthetic ideas. As a result of such wholesale adoption of radically different ideas, the changes to Japan were profound, and affected its social structure, internal politics, economy, military, and foreign relations. The period corresponded to the reign of Emperor Meiji. It was preceded by the Keiō era and was succeeded by the Taishō era, upon the accession of Emperor Taishō. Country: Imperial Japan. Period: Meiji, 1890-1910. Technique: Silver Wire Cloisonné over copper and bronze. Weight: 416.80 Grams, (0.417 Kg). Measurements:118 mm by 115 mm (4.65 x 4.52 Inches). Koro This term refers to a Japanese censer, incense burner, perfume burner or pastille burner is a vessel made for burning incense or perfume in some solid form. They vary greatly in size, form, and material of construction, and have been in use since ancient times throughout the world. They may consist of simple earthenware bowls or fire pots to intricately carved silver or gold vessels, small tabletop objects a few centimeters tall to as many as several meters high. Many designs use openwork to allow a flow of air. In many cultures, burning incense has spiritual and religious connotations, and this influences the design and decoration of the censer. Cloisonné This is an enameling technique in which the pattern is formed by wires soldered to the surface of the object to be decorated, which is usually made from copper, forming cells or cloisons, each of which holds a single colour of enamel paste which is then fired, and ground and polished. The champleve technique also uses an enameling technique, but the cells are formed by carving into the surface of the object, or in the casting. The cloisonne technique has been in use since the 12th century BC in the west, but the technique did not reach China until the 13th or 14th century. It became popular in China in the 18th century. Initially bronze or brass bodies were used, and in the 19th century copper, at which time the quality of the items produced began to decline. Chinese cloisonné is the best-known enamel cloisonné, though the Japanese produced large quantities from the mid-19th century, of very high technical quality. In the west the cloisonne technique was revived in the mid-19th century following imports from China, and its use continued in the Art Nouveau and Art Deco periods. Condition: Basically, is in great antique condition, near mint, with insignificant and minimal usage, in great condition. All parts are secured in the settings. This Japanese Meiji Koro...

Pair of very fine Meiji period Japanese bronze vases with dark brown patina with dragon handles and exceptional designs of grotesque mythological figures. 23 1/4 inches tall and eac...

A Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel vase attributed to Ando Jubei. Taisho period (1912 – 1926) A large baluster Cloisonne-Enamel vase worked in musen and silver wire of varying gauge...

A large Japanese patinated bronze Mixed metal charger Meiji period Finely decorated in gold, silver, copper and bronze. Naturalistically accurate...

A stunning antique Japanese singing bowl with beautiful rose gold-colored interior. Crafted in solid bronze with hand hammered divots and one broad cross band, the bowl embodies the ...

A Fine pair of Japanese cloisonné enamel vases Attributed to Honda Yasaburō, Nagoya, Meiji era Each of baluster form, worked in polychrome enamels and silver wire on a mottled da...

A Fine Pair of Japanese Cloisonné Vases with Ginbari Floral Decoration, Meiji Period (late 19th – early 20th century) Of elegant baluster form with gently flared necks, this refined...

Darker brown patina with fully articulated body. Purchased in London by previous owner.

amazing rare archaistic style silver ewer or tea pot with cover, the design is Of archaistic style dragons on the main frieze and on the cover, this style came from ancient Chinese a...

An antique Japanese Persian style vase set offers Champlevé enameled bronze urn form vessels with figural double handles, decorative bands to i...

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING From our Japanese collection, we are pleased to present this Japanese Bronze and Mixed Metals Koro by Kumagai, dating to the Meiji Period (1868–1912). The ...

A stunning limited edition bronze vase titled “Kirameki” (Sparkle) by renowned Japanese artist Ikeda Masuo (池田満寿夫, 1934–1997). This striking sculptural pie...

An antique Japanese late Meiji era decorative enamel over copper plate or charger. Attributed to Goto The interior of the plate is adorned with a polychrome design of flying geese ...

Gyokusendo Tsuiki Copperware is a traditional Japanese craft . It originated in Tsubame City, Niigata Prefecture ,with a history of over 200 years. Tsuiki Is a metal working techn...

Exceptional vintage Japanese silver mounted cloisonne vase decorated with veiltail gold-fish and carp swimming amidst pond weed and dating arou...

A Fine Pair of Japanese Cloisonné-Enamel Vases with Swallows and Parrots Meiji period Each of square shape with rounded shoulders, rising to a slightly waisted neck and flaring mout...

Meiji Period Bronze Figure of a Noh, with Mask Japan, circa 1900s A captivating Meiji period bronze figure of a Noh performer adorned with ...

Presenting a gorgeous Japanese Meiji Champleve and bronze urn. Made in Japan during the Meiji Period circa 1880. The body of ...

An antique Japanese late Meiji era covered Totai enamel on ceramic ginger jar. Circa: late 19th century . The body and the lid of the ware are enameled with polychrome floral, foliate scroll, and foliage motifs made in the Cloisonne technique. The neck and the base are adorned with polychrome geometrical, and foliage motifs made in the same technique. Signed with red and blue ink hieroglyphs, on the bottom. Totai Shippo is the name given to Japanese cloisonne on ceramics, both on earthenwares and on porcelain. It has a similar appearance to metallic cloisonne ware...

Collection of Japanese Bronze Vases or Vessels, circa 1940s or earlier. They retain their warm original patina. The price noted is for the collection of five vessels. The ikebana vas...

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING From our Japanese collection, we’re pleased to offer this finely cast Meiji period bronze okimono by Shosai. The group depicts several rats gathered around ...

A Silver-Mounted Cloisonné-Enamel Vase By Satō, Meiji era By Satō, Meiji era (late 19th century), circa 1890–1900 Of globular form with a gently tapered neck, the body worked in y...

A large and impressive Japanese Meiji period (1852-1912) patinated bronze guardian lion censer. Late 19th century, Japan, exceptionally executed, the group consisting of four shishi...

A Fine Unusual Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Kogo Box and Cover signed by Inaba Meiji Period. Worked in gold wire and decorated all over with swirls and flowers on dark blue...

A pair of antique Edo period (1603–1867) Japanese Samurai Abumis (stirrups for horseback-riding) expertly crafted out of cast iron with brass or bronze inlay in the form of a stylize...

Pair of antique (late 19th century) Meiji period Japanese patinated bronze table lamps or incense burners of lily flower form measuring 21 inches tall. Unsigned.

Japanese Ando Jubei Cloisonné Enamel Six-Piece Dressing Table Set with Ando Marks and Original Fitted Case A rare Japanese cloisonné enamel six-piece dressing table set by Ando Jube...

Japanese bronze vase with artist sign, used to decorate single flower arrangement in Japanese traditional tea ceremony. Artist signature is on the last photo. Age: Japan, Showa Pe...

A Fine Japanese Cloisonné-Enamel Vase/Jar with Cover Attributed to the Ando Company, Meiji to Taishō period, early 20th century Of baluster form with a domed cover surmounted by a k...

An exquisite Japanese miniature cloisonné chest by Inaba Nanaho of Nagoya, finely crafted in the early 20th century, bridging the Meiji and Taishō ...

Japanese bronze vase with artist sign, used to decorate single flower arrangement in Japanese traditional tea ceremony. Artist signature is on the last photo. Age: Japan, Showa Pe...

An Exquisite Pair Of Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vases with Chrysanthemum Blossoms, Attributed to Hayashi, Meiji Period. Experience the exquisite craftsmanship of the Meiji period wit...

A fine signed antique Japanese Meiji period mixed metals vase. By Miyabe Atsuyoshi for Inoue of Kyoto. With a bronze body and d...

A fun and elegant vintage Japanese Art Deco hammered and brushed silver sake set, comprised of a tokkuri bottle and two stemmed cups, all marked "jungin" for 95% silver, Showa Era, c...

A charming group of five Japanese cloisonné and ginbari foiled vases, Meiji period, early 20th century, Japan. The group consists of one vase with cloisonné chrysanthemum blossoms against bold and bright turquoise ginbari foil background, two similar vases of primarily black and burgundy cloisonné - one with a butterfly motif, the other with a floral motif, and two similar vases of primarily dark blue and green cloisonné, both with floral and butterfly motifs. Turquoise ginbari vase...

A Kabuto Momonari-type samurai helmet, so named because of its characteristic shape resembling a peach, made of natural iron. The visor (mabizashi) is embellished with raised eyebr...

A Magnificent Cloisonné Enamel Vase decorated with pigeons. Meiji period (late 19th century) Of a tapered spill shape decorated in silver and gold wire and various coloured clo...

Dating from the Meiji period this standing Japanese Koro or incense burner has a circular stepped base. Three legs topped with horned and other demons st...

A cloisonné vase decorated on a dark blue ground with a pair of herons perched on the branch of a weeping willow and another heron in flight. The decoration is executed with silver ...

Collection of Nine Japanese Bronze Vases, Japan, at least circa 1950s, some much earlier. The largest vase measures 11"H x 3.5"W. The smallest vase measures 5.25"H x 3"W. They retain...

Large and heavy Japanese light brown patinated bronze footed water basin (suiban) with a mottled golden motif. The bowl with stepped concave rings and a n...

Exceptionally shaped bronze vase with a striking ‘coarse’-textured red mottled patina. The bowl subtly shaped like a flower, its slightly concave body flanked by ‘butterfly wing’-sha...

A very fine and stylish antique oriental, Chinese attributed, cloisonne double gourd vase dating from the latter 19th century. The vase stands on a flat brass base with a wide round base, pinched waist and narrow round upper section with a funnel style top with a flat metal rim. The body of the vase is decorated with a mixture of flowering shrubs dominated with flowering hawthorn incorporating a butterfly to one side. The continuous scenes are decorated in colored enamels against a bright turquoise ground and set between formal borders around the foot, the pinched centre and top of the vase. The vase is typically not marked but is a striking and very stylish example. Provenance: Acquired from the UK art...