Pair of Japanese Ginbari Cloisonné Vases With Wisteria & Floral Motifs

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A vibrant pair of Japanese ginbari cloisonné vases, each showcasing a luminous translucent warm rust/red enamel applied over a foil … Read more A vibrant pair of Japanese ginbari cloisonné vases, each showcasing a luminous translucent warm rust/red enamel applied over a foil ground. This shimmering backdrop beautifully highlights the floral decoration: cascading clusters of blue wisteria, complemented by sprays of bellflower-like blossoms and wild asters in soft yellows, whites, and purples.
Executed with fine wirework and richly shaded enamel, the vases have an elegant baluster form above flared bases detailed with green and black border patterns. The surfaces are smooth, glossy, and highly reflective of the meticulous craftsmanship associated with early– to mid-20th-century Japanese cloisonné.

JUNE'S THOUGHTS
Their shape is what makes these special—the refined silhouette is just tall enough at 7.5" to make a statement, yet still wonderfully delicate in profile. This pair carries a quiet elegance that layers beautifully into a vignette.

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