Japanese Champleve Enameled Bronze Urn Vase

Description

A finely detailed Japanese champlevé enameled bronze vase with Chinese design from the early 20th century. The embodiment of regal … more A finely detailed Japanese champlevé enameled bronze vase with Chinese design from the early 20th century. The embodiment of regal magnificence, the richly decorated bulbous shaped antique vase or urn adorned with a pair of majestic figural peacock bird-form handles, eye-catching polychrome enamel including bright turquoise, pink, red, yellow, orange, green, various shades of blue and more, exquisitely decorated with detailed chrysanthemum flowers, blossoming lotus, iris, leaves, whimsical fire breathing dragons, molten bronze rim, ornamented with intricate textured patterns throughout, having a beautiful, elegantly aged verdigris patina.

This stunning vase presents splendidly, with beautiful, elegantly aged verdigris patina, bold coloring that's graciously softened over the century, distinct almost eccentric styling, all resting on a fitted hardwood stand, with delicately carved openwork accents. Both pieces are marked Made in Japan. less