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A Pair of Japanese Bronze Vase with Metal Inlays by Mitsufune

Offered by: Tishu

Description
A pair of elegant vases of solid oiled bronze from the Meiji era, Japan (1868-1912). In a Classic Meiping shape, the pair has a mirrored inlay with gold, silver and red enamel that depicts a pair of roosters perched on plum branches in blossom. The workmanship of the inlay is very intricate, with expertly highlighting and details, and the bronze surface shows a wonderful oiled patina. Both are signed in Kanji by the artist Mitsufune (engraved by Guangzhou). The original wood storage boxes (tomobakos) are present. This item can only be purchased as a pair.
Referece: for an almost identical pair by the same artist see:
Christie's Lot 52, Sale 4140 Masterful Exuberance, Artistic Craftsmanship of Imperial Japan: The Property of a Lady
London, South Kensington 18 May 2012

More Information

Origin:	United States
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Bronze with inlays
Condition:	Good. Fine antique condition, show minor surface wear and slight tonal variations. Wear on the wood storage boxes.
Creation Date:	1868-1912
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	289174

Dimensions

H.	7.25 in;	Diam.	3.2 in;
H.	18.42 cm;	Diam.	8.13 cm;

Message from Seller:

Our collection ranges from Neolithic Art to 20th century collectible art and design. It spans 5000 thousand years of history and crosses many civilizations and cultures. Our aesthetic strongholds are Mid-century studio design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian Textile Art and Contemporary Aboriginal Art. The diversity is united behind our singular vision to seek for timeless beauty and driven purely by our passion