As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this exquisite Meiji period 1868-1912 silver bowl, this sterling silver bowl is typically double skinned and designed very much in the art nouveau style of the early 20th century, a style heavily influenced by the artisans of Japan, the heavy quality silver foot rim supports a body formed as Iris and water lilies set in relief above the deep seated inner lining, the underside stamped by Miyamoto Shoko of Tokyo, Miyamoto were a high class manufacturer and retailer who held the distinction of suppliers to the Imperial household, a rare privilege at the time , a fine piece of Japanese silver from the latter part of the Meiji period .
Provenance :
Previously supplied by ourselves to a Portuguese collection .
Condition report :
The condition of this bowl is simply stunning .
Approximate sizes:
Diameter : 6″ 15.3 cm
Height : 3 1/8″ 8 cm
Weight : 414 gms – 13.3 troy oz
Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included in the price of this item.