Antique Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vases With Bird & Floral Decoration - A Pair

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This is a pair of late 19th-century baluster Japanese cloisonné enamel vases, decorated in a deep burgundy red ground. These … Read more This is a pair of late 19th-century baluster Japanese cloisonné enamel vases, decorated in a deep burgundy red ground. These are decorated with finely worked wire partitions enclosing vibrant enamel panels featuring stylized birds amidst flowering branches, framed by geometric and foliate motifs in saturated cobalt blue and complementary tones. These Meiji period cloisonné show delicate detailing and strong visual depth. The flared necks and shaped foot rims contribute to the balanced and sculptural silhouette of the pair. These are in great condition, with one flaw as photographed. See less