Meiji Decorative Objects

MEIJI STYLE

From 1868 to 1912, Emperor Mutsuhito oversaw an era of transformation in Japan. Formerly a country of feudalism and isolation, Japan entered an age of modernization influenced by newly established trade and exchange with the West. The Meiji period, or period of “enlightened rule,” also saw the global impact of the East Asian country’s culture. Japanese Meiji furniture was exhibited at expositions from Paris to San Francisco and created for export.

Prior to the Meiji era, furniture was mostly made by commission for the ruling class; now there were new domestic and international markets. European styles like Japonisme appropriated Japanese design while craftsmen in places like Wales and England employed japanning, a varnishing technique that approximated the appearance of lacquer for the surfaces of furnishings.

Meiji furniture made for Japanese homes and buildings constructed in Western styles resulted in taller tables, chairs, cabinets with large drawers and other features. The government invested in areas such as transportation and communication, and because people could freely choose occupations after the restrictions of feudalism, industries of various types were energized by expressive new ideas during those years. Art schools were formed and, for the first time, design was an area of study in the country, leading to the evolution of professional design as a career by the 1890s.

The work of Japanese designers was transmitted widely through lavishly illustrated pattern books that included designs for screens and lacquerware for the home. While screens today may be of use as decorative accents or partitions to ensure privacy in one’s space, Japanese screens were adorned with paintings and were featured in performing arts such as concerts, tea ceremonies and more. The color illustrations that characterize Meiji woodblock prints, a genre of Japanese art that grew out of 17th-century developments in printing and book publishing, depicted the sweeping changes that the era brought to East Asia.

Although it was a time of societal and cultural shifts, a bolstered interest in art and design elevated Japanese craft traditions. From colorful porcelain table lamps with silk shades and hardwood tables decorated with dark lacquer to cabinets featuring iron hardware and inlaid with mother-of-pearl, Meiji furniture showcased Japan’s artistic heritage to the world.

Find a collection of antique Japanese Meiji period case pieces and storage cabinets, decorative objects, wall decorations and more furniture on 1stDibs.

Style: Meiji

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Cloisonne Vase

By Popular Style

Located in Mérida, YU

This is a Japanese Meiji period enamel vase made under the cloisonné technique, featuring foliage and floral panels. This vase is a great example of the extraordinary Meiji era cloi...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Cloisonne Vase

$1,150

Japanese Mixed Metal Okimono of Doves by Seifu, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A wonderfully naturalistic large Japanese Meiji period mixed metal okimono (ornamental sculpture) of a pair of oriental turtle doves ...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bronze, Silver, Copper

Japanese Mixed Metal Okimono of Doves by Seifu, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century

$6,800

Japanese Keyaki Elm Tabako-Bon, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

This box with many drawers is a Japanese tabako-bon, or 'tobacco tray,' used to store tobacco and smoking accessories. Believed to have evolved from the t...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Japanese Keyaki Elm Tabako-Bon, c. 1900

$880

Square Form Satsuma Vase with Monks

Located in New Orleans, LA

This extraordinary square form Satsuma vase with a circular top is adorned with Buddhist monks and signed on the underside “Great Japan, Satsuma, Hododa.” This represents the highly ...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Square Form Satsuma Vase with Monks

$2,950

Ota Jinnoei 1890 Imperial Meiji Period Pair of Cloisonne Cabinet Vases

By Ota Jinnoei

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of cloisonne vases designed by Ota Jinnoei. Beautiful pair of small cabinet vases, created in Japan circa 1890, during the meiji Imperial period (1868-1912). These vases has ...

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1890s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Silver, Bronze, Enamel

Ota Jinnoei 1890 Imperial Meiji Period Pair of Cloisonne Cabinet Vases

$1,996 Sale Price / set

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Antique Japanese Meiji Ginbari Cloisonne Enamel Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese, late Meiji era, Ginbari enamel over copper vase. The urn shaped vase is enameled with a polychrome image of blossoming flowers on the light blue ground made in t...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Copper, Enamel

Antique Japanese Meiji Ginbari Cloisonne Enamel Vase

$1,000

Short Satsuma Vase

Located in New Orleans, LA

This magnificent vase is adorned with intricate geometric patterns and elegant gold gilding, featuring two captivating scenes. One side depicts figures in vividly colorful attire adm...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Short Satsuma Vase

$2,950

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Cloisonne Vase

By Popular Style

Located in Mérida, YU

This is a Japanese Meiji period enamel vase made under the cloisonné technique, featuring foliage and floral panels. This vase is a great example of the extraordinary Meiji era cloi...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Cloisonne Vase

$1,150

Japanese Meiji Articulated Bronze Crab

Located in Essex, MA

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

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1870s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Meiji Articulated Bronze Crab

$7,500

Japanese Okimono of Fukurokuju, the god of wealth and happiness, Meiji period

Located in Central England, GB

This exceptional Japanese Meiji period okimono depicts Fukurokuju, the lucky god of wealth and happiness. The figure is very finely carved from a single piece of dense tightly graine...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Wood

Japanese Okimono of Fukurokuju, the god of wealth and happiness, Meiji period

$2,924

Antique Japanese Bronze Vase with Landscape and Red Patina

Located in Hudson, NY

Antique Japanese bronze vase with landscape and red patina, Meiji Period (1868-1912) bronze vase with wild grasses under a silver moon. Re...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Silver, Bronze

Antique Japanese Bronze Vase with Landscape and Red Patina

$5,500

Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Turquoise Silver Wire Japanese Vase with Flowers

Located in Long Island City, NY

A high quality Japanese, Meiji era, cloisonne enamel and silver wire vase. The vase has an amphora shaped body and a narrow neck. The ware is enameled with a polychrome image of blos...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel, Copper

Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Turquoise Silver Wire Japanese Vase with Flowers

$15,000

Japanese Late Meiji Period Bronze Vessel with Red Mottled Patina

Located in Montreal, QC

Japanese late Meiji period bronze vessel, beautifully patinated with riche brow and red patina.

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1890s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Late Meiji Period Bronze Vessel with Red Mottled Patina

$3,250

Fine Japanese Satsuma Vase with Superb Decoration by Seikozan

Located in Atlanta, GA

A ceramic vase in tapered square form made by Japanese studio Seikozan circa 1890-1910s (late Meiji Period). One of the many artist studios that specialized in satsuma ware, Seikozan...

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1880s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Fine Japanese Satsuma Vase with Superb Decoration by Seikozan

$16,000

Antique Japanese Meiji Art Nouveau Silver Chrysanthemum Vase

Located in New York, NY

Japanese Meiji Art Nouveau silver vase, ca 1890. Ovoid with plain and spread foot, scalloped mouth, faceted neck, and shoulder with eddying-water rim. Body stippled with profusion of...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver

Antique Japanese Meiji Art Nouveau Silver Chrysanthemum Vase

$2,000

Japanese Vase with Birds and Flowers Design

Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Japanese vase with birds and flowers design Meiji period relief decoration late 19th century Japanese origin piece in perfect condition pa...

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1880s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Vase with Birds and Flowers Design

$520 Sale Price

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Pair of Large 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Temple Jars with Cover

Located in El Monte, CA

An exceptional pair of large scale late 19th century Japanese Imari temple jars from the Meiji period with covers, also can be referred to as ginger jars. Rare octagonal facet cuts a...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Large 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Temple Jars with Cover

$8,200 / set

Japanese Meiji Dressing Stand with Mirror Black Lacquer

By Vintage Japanese Monochrome

Located in Valladolid, ES

Elegant and beautiful Dressing Table or it could be suitable for a jewellery box , Meiji Period ( 1868 - 1912 ). Executed with black lacquer, holding a bronze hand mirror ( ekagami) Configured with five smooth-running drawers of different Size. Two are equipped with slender "hirute"-shaped bail handles and three with decorative pull-rings. The front-and backside featuring oval grips for easy transport. Surmounted by a mirror frame in a shape reminiscent of a Shintô shrine torii-gate- a twin-posted framework with a triangular crossbar flared in upswept Chinese-style gable ( Karahafu) endings. Resting of the frame is the Japanese traditional handheld mirror with auspicious embossed design of wisteria ( fuji) and lovely patina. Inscription on the right. Considering its age the set is in a very good condition with some traces of usage and wear conform age. Dimensions: Dressing stand...

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1880s Dutch Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Meiji Dressing Stand with Mirror Black Lacquer

$1,667 Sale Price

30% Off

Fine Japanese Porcelain Pumpkin Gourd Shape Painted and Lacquered Large Vase

Located in Torino, IT

Fine Japanese porcelain pumpkin 'Gourd' shape painted and lacquered large vase. The white porcelain vase is decorated with black lacca panels, fine...

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1870s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Fine Japanese Porcelain Pumpkin Gourd Shape Painted and Lacquered Large Vase

$12,936

Satsuma Vase with Figures

Located in New Orleans, LA

This Japanese Satsuma vase is intricately decorated with geometric patterns and lively scenes of leisure activities including calligraphy and a friendly game of Go. The vase presents...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Satsuma Vase with Figures

$1,885

Double Gourd Satsuma Vase

Located in New Orleans, LA

This exquisitely detailed, double-gourd Japanese Satsuma vase represents the zenith of Japanese earthenware artistry. Elaborately hand-painted, it features detailed floral motifs, wh...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Double Gourd Satsuma Vase

$3,450

Japanese Satsuma Kyotoware Monkey Vase

Located in New York, NY

Japanese satsuma Kyotoware monkey vase. Antique Japanese satsuma monkey vase beautifully modeled with raised monkey porcelain figures. Signed. Satsuma-Kyot...

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1880s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Japanese Satsuma Kyotoware Monkey Vase

$22,500

Japanese Meiji Bronze Takaoka Vase with Waterfowl and Moon Design

Located in Hudson, NY

Japanese Meiji bronze Takaoka vase with waterfowl and moon design Meiji period (1868-1912) bronze vase from Takaoka, in Toyama prefecture, is a city historically known for its metal work. Vase has silver inlay moon and waterfowl, signature on the bottom: Yoshihiko, full name of artist...

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1880s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Silver, Bronze

Japanese Meiji Bronze Takaoka Vase with Waterfowl and Moon Design

$6,500

Japanese Contemporary Blue Platinum Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 3

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Exquisite contemporary dimpled decorative porcelain vase in blue on platinum, a stunning piece hand painted by a highly acclaimed porcelain artist of Japan’s Imari-Arita region. The ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Platinum

Japanese Contemporary Blue Platinum Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 3

$4,400

Kutani Japanese Meiji Porcelain Vase Painted with Figures

Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire

Japanese Meiji porcelain Kutani vase hand painted with decorative and a figural panel dating between 1868 and 1912. The elegantly shaped tall ...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Kutani Japanese Meiji Porcelain Vase Painted with Figures

$382

Japanese Mixed Metal Finely Executed Decorative Plate of Monkey Picking Fruit

By Japanese Studio

Located in Sarasota, FL

Meiji Period Japanese mixed metal platter depicting monkey gathering fruit for finely dressed gentlemen. Fine detail and execution of inlay.

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Early 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Japanese Mixed Metal Finely Executed Decorative Plate of Monkey Picking Fruit

$4,300

Jewelry Ring Trinket Boxes Pair Cloisonné Swan Japanese Gift Love Valentine

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

- Once courtship is complete, male and female swans bond for life and this delightful pair of Japaneer cloisonné swans symbolize love and const...

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1890s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Jewelry Ring Trinket Boxes Pair Cloisonné Swan Japanese Gift Love Valentine

$2,727 / set

Large Japonese Vase Satsuma Circa 1930

By Satsuma

Located in Austin, TX

Large Japonese Vase Satsuma Circa 1930. H / 13 inches.

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1930s Japanese Vintage Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Large Japonese Vase Satsuma Circa 1930

$850

A High Quality Pair of Meiji Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Wisteria and Bird

Located in Long Island City, NY

A pair of antique Japanese Meiji period vases, each features a midnight blue ground and is decorated with silver wire and colored enamels t...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

A High Quality Pair of Meiji Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Wisteria and Bird

$8,500 / set

Japanese Handwoven Bamboo Ikebana Basket — Early 20th Century

Located in Fukuoka, JP

Dimensions: 20 × 30 × 44 cm Origin: Japan A beautifully handwoven Japanese bamboo basket from the early 20th century, traditionally used for ikebana flower arrangements. Meticulousl...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Bamboo

Japanese Handwoven Bamboo Ikebana Basket — Early 20th Century

$1,110

Japanese Genryusai Seiya Meiji Period Antique Patinated Bronze Geisha

Located in New York, NY

Japanese Meiji period patinated bronze sculpture of a geisha waiving her hand in greeting signed Genryusai Seiya 19th Century The attractive young geisha is dressed in traditional Ja...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Genryusai Seiya Meiji Period Antique Patinated Bronze Geisha

$1,750

Tall, Cylindrical Satsuma Vase

Located in New Orleans, LA

This vibrant and ornate vase captivates the eye with its intricate details which stand as a testament to the mastery of Satsuma artists. The vase features rich reds, deep blues and s...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Tall, Cylindrical Satsuma Vase

$2,850

Foo Dog Carrying Decorative Vessel

Located in New Orleans, LA

This remarkable foo dog carrying a decorative vessel embodies both artistry and symbolism, featuring a vase adorned with images of Buddhist monks adorned with gilded halos. The foo d...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Foo Dog Carrying Decorative Vessel

$2,850

Antique Japanese Meiji Era Ginbari Cloisonne Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

A large antique Japanese copper vase with polychrome ginbari cloisonne enamel decor. Late Meiji period, before 1912. Baluster shape with pronounced neck. White and green body...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel, Copper

Antique Japanese Meiji Era Ginbari Cloisonne Vase

$2,000

Japanese Antique Satsuma Pottery Buddhist Monks Vase with Shimazu Crest Mark

By Satsuma

Located in Studio City, CA

A beautiful Japanese Satsuma pottery studio vase featuring multiple kesa-clad enlightened Buddhist monks on each side of the vase. The piece is finely detailed with rich raised gilt highlights throughout and beautifully decorated in gold and various hand painted other colors. From the Meiji period (1868-1912). This piece has the all-important Shimazu Family crest mark (red circle with a cross inside) on the base authenticating the work as an old and original Satsumaware work. The mark shows the pottery was made under the rule of the Shimazu clan. From a Los Angeles Collection...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware, Pottery

Japanese Antique Satsuma Pottery Buddhist Monks Vase with Shimazu Crest Mark

$1,250

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Silver Wire Blossom Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese copper vase with polychrome cloisonne enamel decor. Late Meiji period, attributed to Hayashi Elongated baluster shape. Intricate cherry blossom and bird motif aga...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Silver Wire Blossom Vase

$3,000

Genryusai Seiya Style Stone Jardineiere/Planter - Zoomorphic “Animals” with Lion

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Genryusai Seiya Style Cast Stone Jardineiere. "The original bronze planters were part of Jagenpanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this large scale Meiji Period ...

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20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Cast Stone

Genryusai Seiya Style Stone Jardineiere/Planter - Zoomorphic “Animals” with Lion

$3,075 Sale Price

25% Off

Large Antique Japanese 19th Century Drip Glazed Jar

Located in Kastrup, DK

Large decorative Japanesse stoneware vase of jar with a dripping glaze in greenish and ocher shades. Old chip to the upper rim. Meiji period, 19th century.

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Large Antique Japanese 19th Century Drip Glazed Jar

$1,645

Pair of 19th Century Japanese Bronze Vases

Located in Dallas, TX

A pair of Japanese bronze vases depicting scenes with different birds. These would make a wonderful pair of lamps.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Pair of 19th Century Japanese Bronze Vases

$1,250

Late Meiji Period Folk Wood Carving Japanese God of War, Arts, Shrines Protector

Located in Miami, FL

Probably more than likely from a Japanese home altar, this is a folk art rendition of Hachiman Yahata no Kani, Japanese God of War, Archery, Culture and Pro...

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Early 1900s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Late Meiji Period Folk Wood Carving Japanese God of War, Arts, Shrines Protector

$304 Sale Price

20% Off

Pair Late 19th Century Hand Painted Porcelain Meiji Nippon Vases

Located in Germantown, MD

A pair of antique hand-painted porcelain vases from the Nippon era of Japanese porcelain production. The term "Nippon" refers to porcelain objects stamped with the word "Nippon" on t...

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Late 19th Century American Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

Pair Late 19th Century Hand Painted Porcelain Meiji Nippon Vases

$880 / set

High Quality Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Silver Wire Vase Blossoming

Located in Long Island City, NY

High Quality Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Silver Wire Vase Blossoming Wisteria and Iris's An antique Japanese, late Meiji period, ena...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Enamel

High Quality Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Silver Wire Vase Blossoming

$4,000

Lovely Antique Meiji Period Japanese Lacquer Box, 19th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely 19th c Antique Meiji Period Japanese Lacquer box. Additional information: Material: Lacquer Region of Origin: Japan Period: 19th century, 20th century Japan Dynasty Period: M...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Lacquer

Lovely Antique Meiji Period Japanese Lacquer Box, 19th Century

$68

High Quality Japan Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Silver Wire Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

A high quality Japanese, Meiji era, Cloisonné enamel and silver wire vase. The vase has an amphora shaped body and a narrow neck. The ware is enameled with a polychrome image of blos...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel, Silver

High Quality Japan Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Silver Wire Vase

$6,500

Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Sake Set

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese copper sake set with cloisonne enamel decor. Late Meiji period, before 1912. A total of 8 cups, 8 saucers, and a sake pot. Floral design against the cobalt blue b...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel, Copper

Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Sake Set

$1,800 / set

Japanese Cloisonne Vase with Cranes, Ducks and Blossoms, Meiji Era

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese cloisonne enameled vase with a slender, curved body and a flared neck. The vase is decorated with medallions depicting nature scenes, including birds perched amon...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Japanese Cloisonne Vase with Cranes, Ducks and Blossoms, Meiji Era

$5,000

Early 20th c Chinese cloisonné enamel vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

An early 20th century Chinese copper vase with cloisonne enamel decor. Bottle shape. Swirl ornamental design in beige color palette. Gilt rims and ...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper

Early 20th c Chinese cloisonné enamel vase

$2,250 Sale Price

50% Off

Meiji Period Japanese Imari Bowl Attributed to Fukagawa, Circa 1880

By Fukagawa

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Meiji Period Japanese Imari Bowl Attributed to Fukagawa, Circa 1880 Japan, 6.5" H x 12" Diameter An exceptional Meiji-period Imari porcelain bowl attributed to the esteemed Fukagawa...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Meiji Period Japanese Imari Bowl Attributed to Fukagawa, Circa 1880

$1,250

Japanese Articulated Copper Lobster

By Myochin Hiroyoshi

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Japanese articulated copper spiny lobster sculpture on a solid rock Lapis Lazuli. Every single body parts are in working condition and no missing ...

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1890s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper

Japanese Articulated Copper Lobster

$4,600

Antique Japanese Ginbari Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese Meiji period Ginbari enamel vase. The ground of the vase is enameled in blue and cobalt blue shades. The vase is enameled with a polychrome image of a dragon over...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Antique Japanese Ginbari Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase

$420 Sale Price

30% Off

Large Meiji Period Brass and Cloisonné Enamel Casket

Located in London, GB

A large Meiji period brass and cloisonné enamel casket Japanese, Late 19th Century Height 20cm, width 35.5cm, depth 22cm This beautiful piece is a Japanese casket...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Large Meiji Period Brass and Cloisonné Enamel Casket

$10,227

Japanese Old Vase with Lid / Late 19th Century

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a woven bamboo basket made in Japan during the Meiji to Taisho eras (1868-1920). It is a vase that imitates the shape. It was hung on t...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Bamboo

Japanese Old Vase with Lid / Late 19th Century

$620

Signed Ando Jubei Green Wireless Cloisonné Vase 8.5"

By Ando Jubei

Located in Somis, CA

An exquisite Ando Jubei wireless cloisonné vase. In his signature green enamel, portraying an intricate arabesque design of a blooming clematis vine under the glaze. On Musen-jippo b...

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20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Signed Ando Jubei Green Wireless Cloisonné Vase 8.5"

$600 Sale Price

50% Off

Pair of Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vases Geometric Pattern In the Manner of Gotō

Located in Long Island City, NY

A refined pair of Japanese Meiji-period cloisonné enamel vases, worked in the manner of Gotō Seizaburō. Each cylindrical vase displays two shaped reserves set against a vivid turquoi...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Pair of Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vases Geometric Pattern In the Manner of Gotō

$4,500 / set

A Pair of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Goldstone Butterfly Vases

Located in Long Island City, NY

Attributed to Namikawa Yasuyuki, 1845 to 1927, a pair of rare identical antique Japanese, late Meiji era, enamel vases. Each vase has an urn shaped body and a wide fluted neck. The b...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

A Pair of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Goldstone Butterfly Vases

$4,500 / set

Antique Pair Of Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases With Hawks, Cranes, Scenes

Located in Long Island City, NY

A pair of antique Japanese Meiji period facet cloisonne vases, featuring captivating bird motifs. Their substantial size and ribbed design make them standout pieces. Adorned with int...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Antique Pair Of Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases With Hawks, Cranes, Scenes

$15,000 / set

Pair of Large 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Floor Vases, Meiji Period

Located in Miami, FL

A monumental pair of antique Japanese Imari porcelain floor vases, Meiji Period (circa 1880–1900). These exquisite floriform trumpet-shaped vases are masterfully hand-painted in ric...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Large 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Floor Vases, Meiji Period

$5,240 Sale Price / set

20% Off

Rare Pair of Octagon Shaped Japanese Cloisonné Dragon and Flower Vases

Located in Long Island City, NY

A set of two Japanese vases, Meiji era, 1868 to 1912. Two high quality antique vases of an ovoid form tapering to the bottom and bearing a long neck tapering to the upper rim. The ex...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Rare Pair of Octagon Shaped Japanese Cloisonné Dragon and Flower Vases

$8,800 / set

Antique pair of Japanese meiji style vases 20th century

By Mice di rugiano domenico e c. s.n.c.

Located in Cantù, IT

Antique pair of Japanese meiji style vases 20th century

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20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Antique pair of Japanese meiji style vases 20th century

$2,156

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Era Vase By Gonda Hirosuke

Located in Long Island City, NY

An ancient Japanese vase with magnificent flower decoration made in a polychrome cloisonne enamel on a pale turquoise ground. Classic form for Ja...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Era Vase By Gonda Hirosuke

$8,000

Meiji decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Meiji decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage decorative objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, asian art and furniture, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Meiji decorative objects made in a specific country, there are Asia, East Asia, and Japan pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include Satsuma, Ando Jubei, Kinkozan, and Inaba Cloisonne Co.. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for decorative objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $83 and tops out at $98,000 while the average work can sell for $2,518.