As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this super quality pair of Meiji Period ( 1868-1912) Shibayama decorated lacquer vases each formed as moon flasks. These charming vases are predominantly decorated with fine quality Shibayama style decoration upon a vibrant gold lacquer ground. The first aspect depicting Manchurian cranes in flight and at rest within a steam that meanders across each vase, whilst the reverse depicts a delightful scene of birds amidst trailing wisteria above sensational quality silk brocade decorated scrolling banner, that again runs across both vases, one of which also depicts a sinuous dragon upon an oval flaming cartouche. The Shibayama decoration carved from semi-precious hardstones and coral as well as multiple native shells. A further most unusual aspect is the finely carved decoration upon the red lacquer ground of the main body of these vases, here we witness mythical beasts and birds in flight amidst stylised flora, the interior of the vases finished in a vibrant nashi-ji speckled ground.
Provenance:
Private UK based gentleman’s Japanese collection.
Previously sold in Sotheby’s Billingshurst 2001 sale, Joe Marshall collection.
Condition report:
Outstanding condition throughout.
Approximate Sizes:
Height: 7 7/8″ 20 cm
Width : 5″ 13 cm
Depth : 2″ 5 cm
Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item. EP 88