Mid 19th Century Fine Imari Hand Painted Porcelain Vase Edo Period Japan

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Lovely Japanese Edo Period (1603-1867) Imari Porcelain Vase in a European form. Created with a vertical scalloped surface, hand painted … Read more Lovely Japanese Edo Period (1603-1867) Imari Porcelain Vase in a European form. Created with a vertical scalloped surface, hand painted and hand thrown . Decorated with a medallion in front and one in the back. Depiction of many symbols that include- cherry blossoms (renewal), peoni flowers (strenght), foo dogs (talisman for protection) and fans (symbolic of life from Sun’s rays). With the typical shades of red, pre-Meiji period blue-black and gold gilt accents on a white background.. Signed with chop mark on the bottom.

Condition: Very Good. Lip’s gold band some gilt rubbed. Minor wear consistent with age and use, no issues.

Measurements: 6 inches diameter (at widest) x 10 3/4 inches high See less