Pair of Vintage Chinese Copper & Silver Repoussé "Magpie & Plum Blossom" Mei Vases - 1120g Total

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Dimensions (Each): Height 22cm (8.66") x Diameter 9cm (3.54")
Total Weight (Pair): 1120 grams (approx. 2.47 lbs)
Material: Copper / … Read more Dimensions (Each): Height 22cm (8.66") x Diameter 9cm (3.54")
Total Weight (Pair): 1120 grams (approx. 2.47 lbs)
Material: Copper / Bronze body with Silver-Tone High Relief Repoussé
Style: Chinese, Asian, Chinoiserie, Traditional

Description:
Presenting a beautiful and masterfully crafted matching pair of vintage Chinese bronze vases in the classic "Mei Ping" (Plum Vase) silhouette—characterized by a wide, rounded shoulder and a slender, tapering body.

The vases feature a rich, dark chocolate-brown patina with prominent, natural age-related scratches on the neck, adding a beautiful vintage character. The surface is heavily decorated with extraordinary high-relief (repoussé) carving. The raised designs are rendered in striking silver-tone metal, creating a dramatic contrast against the dark copper background.

The motifs depict the classic and highly auspicious "Magpie on a Plum Branch" (喜鹊登梅) scene. Exquisite, detailed silver plum blossoms, buds, and gnarled branches climb up the sides of the vases, accompanied by two beautifully detailed magpies perched on the branches—a traditional Chinese symbol of joy and good news.

Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The dark bronze finish and silver reliefs are intact with no major dents or missing pieces observed. The surface shows minor age-appropriate scratches and wear, particularly on the neck and shoulder, which enhance its vintage appeal. Please refer to all photos for exact condition.

Please Note: This listing is for the pair of vases. They make a graceful, elegant statement piece for a console table, bookshelf, or as a refined accent in any traditional, Asian-inspired, or eclectic interior. See less