MEIJI 1868 Imperial Japan Round Hibachi Vase In Bronze With Carved Wood Base
A hibachi vase from the Meiji imperial period.
This is a beautiful antique vase created in the Imperial Japan during the early Meiji period (1868-1912), circa 1880. The fabulous round hibachi-vase has been meticulously crafted in solid bronze and mounted in a base, carved from precious wood. The vase is decorated with Karakusa patterns and Shang style rising blade motifs. Fitted at the sides with two concealed hinge handles and presented in a round base. This is a great decorative piece, actually can be used for any purpose and has excellent eye appeal. Please take a look in our pictures and see the beautiful orchids arrangement we do, to be displayed in our office.
Karakusa Patterns
The karakusa pattern is a traditional Japanese design of swirling, intertwining vines and leaves, symbolizing longevity, prosperity, and continuous growth, originating from ancient Middle Eastern and Mediterranean motifs, arriving in Japan via China through the Silk Road. Known as "winding plants," it's used on textiles (like furoshiki wrapping cloths, often humorously linked to thieves), ceramics, and modern goods, representing good fortune and vitality.
The Meiji Imperial Period
This is an era of Japanese history that extended from October 23, 1868 to July 30, 1912.The Meiji era was the first half of the Empire of Japan, when the Japanese people moved from being an isolated feudal society at risk of colonization by Western powers to the new paradigm of a modern, industrialized nation state and emergent great power, influenced by Western scientific, technological, philosophical, political, legal, and aesthetic ideas. As a result of such wholesale adoption of radically different ideas, the changes to Japan were profound, and affected its social structure, internal politics, economy, military, and foreign relations. The period corresponded to the reign of Emperor Meiji. It was preceded by the Keiō era and was succeeded by the Taishō era, upon the accession of Emperor Taishō.
Country: Imperial Japan.
Period: Meiji, 1864-1912.
Materials: Bronze, copper and wood.
Technique: Mixed metals, engravings, polishing and carving.
Weight: About 15 pounds, (6.81 Kg.)
Measurements: 216 mm by 234 mm by 369 mm (8.5 x 9.2 x 14.50 Inches).
Provenance: T. Fujii Japanese Antiques Galleries, Honolulu, Hawaii, 1977; A private collection in Palm Beach, Florida.
Signature: Engraved at the underneath with the initials and symbols as the maker's mark.
Condition: This Japanese Meiji Hibachi vase is in great near mint antique condition. All parts are secured in the settings. This vase was carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: D011926TNNJ/.6734
