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A fine cloisonne vase, Meiji period circa1890 an exceptional…
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Auction Location:
Melbourne
Date:
22-Nov-2010
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Description:
A fine cloisonne vase, Meiji period circa1890 an exceptional quality vase displaying fine wirework design of butterflies on a dark blue/black enamel ground, exotic long-tailed butterflies created using different thicknesses of silver wire and polychrome enamels in extraordinarily fine detail, diamond lappets to the neck, scrolling grasses and stylized flowers. Height 24.5 cm. Note: Though unsigned, this work is attributed to the master Hayashi Kodenji. For similar pieces, see Victoria and Albert Musuem collection, Japanese
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Category:
Oriental: Cloisonne